What Is Step Therapy?Finding ways to manage and treat asthma can be quite a journey. Often times it can feel like there are many different paths to explore and determining which path works... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Quality Of Life Differences Between People With Allergic Asthma Vs Non-Allergic AsthmaTwo common types of asthma are allergic and non-allergic asthma. These asthma subgroups have similarities and differences with one another. They can each cause different impacts on a person’s quality... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Research Study: Adults' Perceptions of Asthma Care for Children with Special NeedsResearchers at the University of Cincinnati are conducting a research study to understand adults’ perceptions of asthma care for children with special needs or with developmental disabilities. This study consists... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical and Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Do Inhaled Corticosteroids Cause Osteoporosis?Do inhaled corticosteroids cause osteoporosis? A friend asked me this question a few weeks ago, and I thought it would be interesting to write about. After all, questions about side... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Air Pollution Assuming an Ever Increasing Role in AsthmaMore than 25 million people in the U.S. have asthma and 6 out of 10 of them have the allergic type of asthma. This means that their asthma symptoms are... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Bronchodilators And Their Role In Asthma TreatmentIt seems there is a fair amount of interest in our community regarding the use of bronchodilators for people who have asthma. So, this post will review this class of... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check out the interactive website The Genderbread Person. Have... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cardiac Asthma -- What You Need to KnowHave you ever heard of a condition called "cardiac asthma"? Have you wondered if it's the same as the asthma of the airways you and/or your grandchildren have been dealing... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
The Reality of Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS)Certain chemicals, like asbestos and tobacco smoke, are known to be toxic and to cause illness. But some people are sensitive to many other things in the environment. This is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Peak Flow Meters: Your Questions AnsweredMost asthma experts recommend all asthmatics utilize a peak flow meter (PFM). So, what is a peak flow meter? How can it be used to help you manage your asthma?... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Adult Asthma and Heart Disease--What You Need to KnowAsthma is, as you probably know, a chronic condition that affects breathing and the respiratory system. On the other hand, heart disease affects a different system--the cardiovascular one. This body... By Kathi MacNaughton2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Asthma and Oral HealthWhen we narrow in on a single part of the body or a condition, certain issues can be overlooked. Parts of the body are interconnected, and it can be helpful... By Ashlen Wilder4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Over the Counter Primatene Mist - A Solution or a Danger?Primatene mist recently returned to pharmacy shelves as an over-the-counter (OTC) inhaler. Many asthmatics were elated by this news. But health care professionals have significant concerns. Early in the 20th... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
What Is Bronchiectasis?Bronchiectasis is another lung disease. Sometimes it’s symptoms may mimic asthma. Sometimes it occurs along with asthma. So, what is bronchiectasis? Here’s all you need to know. Unlike asthma, this... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Is Cystic Fibrosis?Cystic fibrosis is another chronic lung disease. Its symptoms may mimic asthma symptoms. Sometimes it occurs alongside asthma. So, what is cystic fibrosis? Here’s what you need to know. “Woe... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Beta Blockers: Are They Safe to Use If You Have Asthma?Traditionally, people with asthma who were on a type of medicine called a beta agonist were cautioned against using a type of heart medicine called a beta blocker. The concern... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Frequently Asked Questions About Severe AsthmaIf you have severe asthma, then you know how challenging it can be to maintain and control. That's why it's so important to understand everything you need to know about... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot. It develops deep inside veins that have slower blood flow. They generally form in the lower leg but can also develop in... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that can form in a deep vein. It usually occurs in the legs but can occur in other parts of the body... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments