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
Asthma Memes That Are Actually Sort Of FunnyI spent most of the summer of 2015 working as a tournament assistant with a local sport organization. On the last night...reactionscomments
Learning About What's New in Asthma ResearchI had the opportunity to sit in on an update about asthma research with a world renowned pulmonologist who provided an update...reactionscomments
5 Worthy Asthma New Year's ResolutionsSome experts denounce New Year’s resolutions. Marquette Magazine noted they usually fail and lead to some form of “self-loathing.” The Huffington post...reactionscomments
Asthma Subgroups: Infection-Induced AsthmaInfection-induced asthma is a subgroup of asthma that may actually be quite common. It is diagnosed when an infection is suspected of...reactions2comments
Do You Carry Your Spacer With You?So, it’s neat to see all the places people keep their inhalers when they’re out and about. As a guy, I usually...reactionscomments
A Yearly (?) Occurrence: Replacing Your SpacerI know, I know, I know. That’s my thought on the maintenance of spacers or valved holding chambers. Also, technically speaking they’re...reactionscomments
Oh Hey, Winter AsthmaOh hey, winter. I did not miss you. It is only December. This either means Winnipeg will have a very long winter...reactions1comment
Asthma Spoon TheoryI first heard of the Spoon Theory over a decade ago. However, I was younger and didn't really grasp what it meant...reactions8comments
When Personal Experience is Taken as a RecommendationWhile I agree the title “Patient Expert” is valid and warranted for use in reference to many patients, most people (thankfully) understand...reactionscomments
15 Things To Do Between Taking Asthma Medication & ExercisingI am not one of those people who hates unproductive time. I have just spent the last 3 hours of this fine...reactions2comments
Looking Inside: Lung Imaging and Bronchoscopy for AsthmaMy severe asthma journey took on many wild twists and tales. Receiving and asthma diagnosis was an adventure, and there were a lot...reactions3comments
Restarting Your Workout Plan After An Asthma FlareI like working out. I ride the bike, treadmill, and lift some weights. I have a nice program that I do. I...reactions10comments
Remember What You Learned in Kindergarten and Be Kind (to the Hospital Staff!)If there's one thing that doesn't bring out the best in people, it would be a sudden trip to the hospital. Let's...reactionscomments
Where Was That Pamphlet Five Years Ago?I recently came across a pamphlet on advocating for yourself and involving patient and family advisers in your decision making and care. I...reactionscomments
A Culture of Health, Where Everyone is IncludedI have been doing a lot of thinking about all the players that are involved in healthcare. There are so many opinions...reactionscomments
Random Warning Stickers (Part 2) - Medication Storage TemperatureBack in January, I wrote part one of this now apparently a series, May Experience: Random Warning Stickers. Well, we are back...reactions1comment
Phases of Being PatientIt dawned on me the other day that we have different phases of being a patient. I am currently going through the...reactions9comments
Life in TransitionThis fall has been a whirlwind for me. I have been in a bit of transition. New work experiences, leaving the comforts...reactions1comment
When You're With Your People, They Don't Ask QuestionsIn the Loews hotel lobby in Philadelphia, I had a realization. I was surrounded by five other health advocates and a bunch...reactions2comments
