Asthma Is Not a "One Size Fits All" DiseaseThere are many different types of asthma. When a person is diagnosed with asthma, they often have many questions about the disease...reactionscomments
Is Asthma a Visible or Invisible Disease?I have been asked many times if asthma is a visible or invisible disease. The answer is technically both. In most aspects...reactions2comments
Troubleshooting Asthma: The Importance of Social SupportWhatever you want to call it, knowing and connecting with other people with asthma is important—whether that’s “patient to patient” “peer to...reactions11comments
Fight the Flu: What People With Asthma Need to KnowAccording to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC, for short), flu activity so far this season is low in the United States...reactionscomments
Adding to the DiagramRecently at an appointment, I was discussing my phenotype with my respirologist, and he mentioned my key tissues and, as usual, that...reactionscomments
Olympic Medals? Athletes With Asthma Are Among The Top RecipientsFurther reason to not let asthma sideline you from goals to reach the peak of performance in your sport, or to keep...reactions2comments
Stuck in the YellowI have written all about asthma action plans in the past and really stressed their importance. If you are unfamiliar with what...reactions2comments
My Cough Is Not Contagious: The Asthma Cough“When’d you get that cough?” My grandma asked as I recounted in a blog post six years ago. My mom replied, “Oh...reactions11comments
Changing Weather and AsthmaIf you're like me, weather can be a pretty gnarly trigger for my asthma. I joke with my friends and family that...reactionscomments
New Symptoms: A Sign of Disease ProgressionThis has been a week of discoveries. I had been having some new symptoms that I just could not seem to shake...reactions18comments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show...reactionscomments
Personal Asthma TestDo you have an activity that tests your asthma or that you may use as a gauge for how you are doing?...reactions3comments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can...reactionscomments
Moving With Asthma: Part IISo, let’s begin where I left off with "The Moving Dilemma," which was about the impact of packing on asthma. Today I’d...reactions3comments
Tips to Deal With New TriggersAsthma is a disease that changes over time. Chances are almost certain that the asthma you have today will not be the...reactions9comments
Don't Be a "Hider"I have a confession to make. For as long as I can remember I've been a "hider" when it comes to my...reactions6comments
Poor Air Quality and Asthma: Part 1Here in Manitoba, we are fortunate to enjoy good air quality most of the year. Winnipeg, as a “small big city”, doesn’t...reactionscomments
Asthma Anxieties: Isolation & MisunderstandingIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our...reactions6comments
Asthma and DepressionDepression is a sensitive subject that often feels taboo for those who need to talk about it most. The irony is, that...reactionscomments
How’s That New Year’s Resolution Going? So, many of us make New Year’s Resolutions. Like millions of others, I decided I better lose some weight. That should bode...reactions1comment
