Asthma Subgroups: Severe AsthmaOne of the most recently defined asthma subgroups is severe asthma. It was first defined about 20 years ago. This was when...reactions13comments
Medication ComplianceThe two words that seem to make everyone squirm: medication compliance. The two words apart from each other aren't bad but when...reactionscomments
Picking Yourself Up and Carrying OnThere are many phrases I have heard that summarize life as a patient. Some of my favorites are "Being a patient is...reactionscomments
What Are Subgroups, Phenotypes, and Endotypes?Asthma is now considered an umbrella term encompassing various asthma subgroups. Modern terms for subgroups are phenotypes and endotypes. So, what are...reactionscomments
4 Nebulizer Tips Worth SharingSo, you have a Nebulizer System. One of the main reasons you have it is to inhale medicine to help you breathe...reactions2comments
The (Second) Easiest Flu Shot EverSince I was diagnosed with asthma in 2008, I’ve gotten a flu shot every year as recommended. My first flu shot season...reactionscomments
Life Cycle Sessions: They'll Grow Out Of It... Or Will They?This is Part 2 in the Life Cycle Sessions series, providing an overview of research presented at Asthma Canada’s Breathe Easy: The Life...reactionscomments
Learning En-Masse: Pre-Life Cycle of Asthma SessionsNot long after booking my flight to Toronto for the Life Cycle of Asthma Conference hosted by Asthma Canada (disclosure below), I...reactionscomments
What on Earth is "Hand-Breath Coordination"?When I was first diagnosed with asthma, I went to the pharmacy and picked up a rescue inhaler. I went home, ready...reactions4comments
Corticosteroid Injections: A Pain in the Butt?Asthma is a pain in the butt, sometimes. Sure, that's probably true for asthma in and of itself, but I'm referring to...reactions10comments
Responding to Unsolicited Asthma AdviceOn Friday night I was sitting at home, minding my own business and probably reading something in the Heather Wells series of books...reactions3comments
Mapping The Road For Asthma AdvocacyThis fall I have found a renewed energy for asthma advocacy. I guess I am a bit fired up from a month...reactionscomments
Tips for Coping With Autumn Asthma Triggers: MoldsIf you're noticing that your asthma symptoms have worsened lately, it might be due to autumn asthma triggers. Triggers that are presented...reactionscomments
Asthma Books and Videos For The KiddosAs a Certified Asthma Educator, (AE-C), I love teaching families about asthma. Especially since I live with asthma and have three kids...reactionscomments
Let’s Talk Oral ThrushNo, thrush is not the name of a band. It’s not the name of a WWE championship wrestler. In actuality, it’s a...reactions19comments
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...reactions4comments
Let’s Talk Inhaled Corticosteroid Side EffectsInhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are considered a top-line treatment for asthma. Side effects are generally considered rare or negligible. Still, some asthmatics do...reactionscomments
Asthma ClassificationsOnce you have received your asthma diagnosis you will then be given an asthma severity classification. There are different types of asthma...reactionscomments
Food Allergies and Respiratory SymptomsI was at a weekend work event that was filled with a day chock full of meetings, strategic planning, and professional development...reactionscomments
5 Tips for Better Asthma ControlAsthma control is a key goal for people who have asthma. Not keeping this chronic condition under control can result in serious...reactionscomments
