The Good and Bad Side of PrednisoneI have mentioned this once or twice over the years (actually I mention it all the time...note the sarcasm). But I really hate wildfire smoke. A year ago, Middle Son... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Community Views: Singulair ExperiencesSingulair, also known as montelukast, is one of those asthma meds you either love or hate. It is an immunosuppressant, reduces inflammation, and stops the airways from narrowing. We asked... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Food Chemicals That May Cause Asthma SymptomsSometimes food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities may act as triggers for asthma attacks. Common food allergies include dairy, gluten, shellfish, nuts, and sesame. These are all required to be labeled... By Ashlen Wilder2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Advent of the FlutterI cannot recall the exact moment when I was given a flutter device by my doctor, or indeed, if I was given one at all. I may have bought it... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Wildfires Have Become a New Worrisome Summertime Asthma TriggerI've lived in the western United States for the past 16 years and have come to accept that wildfires during the summer months are just a way of life out... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Hmmm...Should I Go To The Hospital?For those of you with asthma, have you ever thought "Hmm...I wonder if I should go to the hospital?" This happened a lot when my kids were little. They were... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments31 comments
Can I Join the Military with Asthma?According to the Council on Foreign Relations, the U.S. military currently has 1.3 million active-duty personnel - less than 1 percent of the population. With each branch of the military... By Becky Greiner2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma Euphoria! Asthma brings about some miserable, horrible moments. You inhale air, but it doesn't go in all the way. You try to take in another breath, and it won't go in... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Traveling With Your BiologicAre you taking a biologic and have you traveled with it? I feel like it is safe in this COVID world to take a trip again. It is important to... By Dia SWS3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Search for Perfect AirIf you live with asthma, you are already well aware that air quality can have a huge impact on your ability to breathe. Air can be polluted with smoke, smog... By Ashlen Wilder2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Constant Worry of Forgetting My InhalerEver since I was a child, I can remember being totally panic-stricken if I left my inhaler indoors, or if I thought I had dropped it somewhere. It's a fear... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Is My Kid's Asthma My Fault?I work with a lot of young college graduates, and some of them are becoming first-time moms. I'm old enough to be their mom (seriously), so they often come to... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Experience with Allergy Testing and ShotsI had my first allergy testing in 1980. I was 10-years-old. Afterward, I remember mom showing me the list of things I was allergic to. She said, "You're pretty much... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Asthma and SoccerI never really took part in any sport for long periods as a kid. I just couldn't get through playing a sport, such as soccer, without getting bad asthma. Thinking... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Pulmonary Rehab for AsthmaHave you ever had the feeling that your asthma is improving, but, your exercise tolerance does not seem to have improved with it? I have been grateful for the daily... By Dia SWS2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyThe Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest!" Treatment is a big part of managing a chronic (long-term) health condition like asthma. Often, we... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do Scare Tactics Work for Asthma?Have you ever been to the doctor and heard them say things that are meant to "scare" you into changing your lifestyle? Your doctor may have given you suggestions about:... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Asthma-Friendly Home DecorAfter doing a deep clean on our house and specifically our bedroom, I realized the space I share with my partner was not decorated in an asthma-friendly way. As I... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Does One "Get" Asthma?Have you ever been diagnosed with something and wondered: "How did I get that?!" For acute illnesses (those of short duration), the culprit can be anything – schools, summer camp, subways... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Cinnamon and AsthmaDoes anyone remember the cinnamon challenge? If you don't, that's probably a good thing! This silly challenge was a social media sensation where people attempted to swallow 1 teaspoon of... By Ashlen Wilder2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments