The Pros And Cons Of Not Getting Sick in 2020As I write this, it is 12/28/2020, meaning there 4 days left in this year. As I looked back on this year...reactions2comments
A Saltwater Adventure (Except Not the Fun Kind): On Nasal SprayWhen I was first diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, I hadn’t even realized I was having nasal symptoms. Unlike the date of my...reactions2comments
Animal Crossing And Asthma: When Asthma Thoughts Infiltrate An Unrealistic Virtual ExistenceThe year is 2020: we are all staying home more than usual, and video games can be purchased without even setting down...reactions4comments
Asthma and Art A friend of mine once told me, “...we live to experience art.”; a phrase that has stuck with me through many phases...reactions11comments
Asthma WinsSometimes life just feels turbulent--and our asthma journey can feel that way as well. In a recent sit down with my specialist...reactions1comment
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...reactions12comments
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...reactions11comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions6comments
Should I Have Allergy Tests Done (Again)?Many of us have allergy tests done early in our asthma journey. I'm hitting ten or more years now since my last...reactions3comments
Planting Seeds: Getting What You Want From Your DoctorI hope my doctor doesn’t read this. As of this writing, he has no idea I am an asthma advocate. I don’t...reactions5comments
Old Med That is New to MeMy asthma is in the severe persistent category. I’ve been in this category for almost a decade. I was first diagnosed with...reactions13comments
Wearing a Mask For Outdoor Asthma TriggersI don't know about you, but it seems that every time I reach into a pocket, purse, backpack, or glove compartment of...reactions7comments
Welcome to Summer... with Asthma!Summer is upon us! For many of us, Summer can be one of our worst asthma seasons. Personally, it comes second to...reactionscomments
Hospital Bag At The Ready!When I was pregnant, one of the best pieces of advice I received was to make sure to have my hospital bag...reactions4comments
Take the Person Before Patient SurveyThe Person Before Patient Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! What makes us the people we are? Living with...reactionscomments
Community Views: Combating Oral ThrushThrush (also known as Candida) is a fungus that commonly causes white spots on several parts of the body, including the tongue...reactions7comments
Summer Recreation For AsthmaticsI am currently in the midst of a stay-at-home vacation (staycation). I got a bunch of cleaning done around my house. Then...reactions2comments
Feeling "Meh"Have you been on a treatment regimen that you thought was going to work well? Everyone (care team, family, and your peeps)...reactions1comment
Could Asthma Protect Us From COVID-19?Asthma was initially listed as high risk for COVID-19. In fact, the CDC still lists moderate to severe asthma as high risk...reactions3comments
