Hannah Howell- Death Toll from Thunderstorm Asthma Rises to Six

Summary:  Just this last week thousands of people were hospitalized because of some freak disease that suddenly hit. This occurred in Melbourne (and parts of Victoria) Australia. People were having trouble breathing and the disease was nicknamed Thunderstorm Asthma (supposedly a rare combination of weather and pollen).  Already 6 people have died.  A week later, 12 people are still receiving hospital treatment and a few are in critical condition. People with pre-existing asthma are the most at risk.


Analysis:  This is terrifying to think about. It is crazy to think that such a minor "disease" like asthma could lead to actual death. I pray for the families of the ones who passed and hope that no one else becomes affected by this freak Thunderstorm disease.


http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/28/health/thunderstorm-asthma-australia/index.html