"Oh, It's A Virus."This phrase can sometimes seem like a double edge sword. "So, its viral….” These were the words that I recently heard. Not only...reactions2comments
27 Benefits Of Exercising With AsthmaOne of the greatest ironies of having asthma is that most of us have Exercise Induced Asthma (EIA). Some of us spend...reactions4comments
We Aren’t Superman After a Flare-up!An asthma flare-up is no joke. It takes A LOT out of anyone. When we are struggling to breathe, every inch of...reactions10comments
Act Like You Know What You're Talking About...One thing I learned about taking care of 3 kids with asthma, is to know their oxygen levels! 18 years ago, I...reactionscomments
Buteyko Breathing: Can It Really Help People With Asthma?Have you ever wondered if just learning to "breathe better" might help with your asthma? Or if it might at least be...reactions6comments
Is it Asthma? Or Alpha-1?Alpha what? Alpha-1. Never heard of it? Well, most people haven't. I was listening to a presentation at a pre-COVID national asthma...reactions8comments
Do You Ever Experience Asthma Forgetfulness?Asthma Forgetfulness. Definition: Experiencing a period where you feel so normal you forget you have asthma. This results in a) partaking in...reactions5comments
How Wearing a Mask Actually Helped My BreathingDuring this pandemic, I have heard many people complain about having to wear masks. The usual complaints are that it inhibits the...reactions2comments
Asthma Subgroups: Reactive Airways Dysfunction Syndrome (RADS)Reactive Airways Dysfunction Syndrome (RADS). Another term for it is Irritant-Induced Asthma (IIA). This has been mentioned by members of our community...reactionscomments
More Asthma Chores: Caring For Your Spacer?Despite having a brand new AeroChamber in its box in my room, for some reason, I hit the button on my pharmacy’s...reactions2comments
Life With SputumHave you ever stumbled about a picture in your camera reel and thought, "why do I have this?" I was recently looking...reactions1comment
Here’s How Asthma Has Benefitted MeI was recently asked to describe my asthma in one word, and the first word to come into my mind was, “beneficial.”...reactions6comments
Battling BronchitisWell, even though I am a germaphobe, I managed to get sick. I'm one of those people who uses paper towels to...reactions3comments
Changing My Habits To Avoid Environmental Asthma TriggersBefore I began dating someone with asthma, I did not have much experience with it. I knew a few people in elementary...reactions5comments
Battling an Asthma Episode and Illness When You Live AloneCurrently I am battling a sinus infection, bronchitis and an asthma flare – the trifecta of winter illness. Being sick is hard...reactionscomments
Choosing Summer Activities for Kids With Asthma and AllergiesSeriously, I'm wondering how it is already March! And, though here in Winnipeg we face the possibility of massive snowstorms through April...reactionscomments
Asthma in My HeadWake up. Some mornings, my brain begins to scan my body—specifically, my lungs. Instinctually. Others, I don’t feel the existence of my...reactions8comments
Asthma Lexicon: Sputum Terms To KnowSo, this is kind of a gross topic. But, when you have asthma, it’s good to know about asthma sputum. What you’re...reactions4comments
Empowering Kids to Take Charge of Their AsthmaI have been a respiratory therapist for 17 years. I knew from the time I was a child that this is what...reactions2comments
How to Practice Safe Medication DisposalToday more people are aware that old and unused drugs can be dangerous to keep around the house. Leftover drugs may be...reactionscomments
