Common Asthma Inhaler Errors and How To Fix ThemI hear this A LOT - people say, "My asthma inhaler stopped working." Well... I hate to say this, but inhalers don't...reactions11comments
NOW CLOSED - Asthma Peak Week GiveawayThe Asthma Peak Week Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! The third week of September is known as "Asthma...reactions9comments
Worst Cities for AllergiesIt's that time of year again. Allergy season has already started and my family of 5 is miserable. It's only February, so...reactions2comments
Service Dogs vs. Allergies and Asthma: Finding a Middle-Ground for AccessThere is a frequent debate in the asthma community around the impact of service dogs on asthma and allergy symptoms. There is...reactions11comments
Asthma at Pride: Festivals, Outdoor Events... and BelongingThe first weekend in June I went to Pride Winnipeg for the first time, and my first time at a pride festival!...reactionscomments
Asthma and Friendships: High School, University, and BeyondWhen I was diagnosed with asthma in grade 11 I had several friends who also had asthma. While our asthma was different...reactionscomments
New Job, No Problem!I ascend the stairs sandwiched between two escalators. It’s the most efficient way to get around campus—we often discussed in Physical Activity:...reactions4comments
Revisiting Planes, Pets and Service Dogs: Steps to TakeFlying with allergies and asthma can be very challenging. In September, another media frenzy around air travel occurred when a woman with...reactions5comments
My Opinion of Many Asthma InhalersWe asthma experts often say that finding what asthma inhalers work best for you is a matter of trial and error. This...reactions27comments
Rescue Inhalers vs. Maintenance InhalersLike many medical conditions, asthma is not “one size fits all.” There are currently 25 million people with asthma, and what works...reactions24comments
Dos and Don'ts of Rescue Inhalers: Lessons Learned From Personal ExperienceSince 1980, I have been using rescue inhalers. I have taken billions of puffs. It is not a brag, just a lung-induced...reactions39comments
The Truth About Medication Expiration DatesA few months ago, I pulled a new inhaler out of the pharmacy bag to find this sticker (pictured to the right)...reactions7comments
Expired Rescue Inhalers: The Unintended ExperimentFor months, I've been looking at my rescue inhalers and their expiration dates, yet I've kept using them anyway. Months might be...reactions5comments
Life With Asthma: Seasonal HacksLiving with asthma can be tough because it can impact your everyday life. Some days may be more challenging than others. On...reactionscomments
What Does "Reversible" Mean When It Comes to Asthma?So, you often hear that asthma is reversible. What does this mean anyway? Here’s what to know. No. There is no cure...reactions1comment
Differences Between Asthma and COPDAsthma and COPD are similar in many ways. They are also different in many ways. Here is a list of the differences...reactions13comments
Asthma Lexicon: Attacks Versus Flare-UpsSometimes we call them asthma episodes. Sometimes asthma attacks. Sometimes asthma flare-ups. What’s the difference between these three phrases? Here is my...reactions9comments
Past Its Prime, Medication Expiry Dates, Inhaler Inventory and HousekeepingLike most patients, there are a few items in my medicine cabinet that I have been saving for a zombie apocalypse or...reactions4comments
Pulmonologist or Asthma Specialist?What's the difference between a pulmonologist and an allergy and asthma specialist? An allergy and asthma specialist is a doctor that specializes...reactions8comments
Do You Need an Asthma Specialist Involved in Your Care?Most people who have asthma or parents of children with asthma can manage the disease and treatment on their own with just...reactionscomments
