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...reactions23comments
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
Say What? Common Asthma AbbreviationsThere are literally thousands of abbreviations in the medical world. It seems everything has a short hand abbreviation. For those of us...reactions1comment
Pain Relievers And Asthma: 8 Things To KnowFor several years now, researchers have blamed common analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (fever reducers), mainly acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)...reactions2comments
Update: Singulair And That Black Box WarningMontelukast (Singulair) was approved by the FDA in 1998, although I wasn’t prescribed it until March of 2008. At the time my doctor...reactions8comments
Maximizing Appointments Far From HomeLike many, my quest for the best treatment and physician for me means that I am seeking a care outside of my...reactionscomments
Pain And Asthma: What Do Studies Show?Asthma is not necessarily a painful syndrome, although it has been known to cause various sorts of pain, such as chest tightness...reactionscomments
Self-Care Does Not Mean SelfishThere is a new buzzword I keep hearing – "self-care." When my doctor wants me to focus more energy on preventing illness...reactionscomments
Singular/Montelukast: Not Just For Asthma (Part 1)Disclaimer (Updated July 26, 2022 - 3:00 PM ET):Singulair has a boxed warning, the strictest warning from the US Food and Drug...reactions5comments
