Asthma and Friendships: High School, University, and BeyondWhen I was diagnosed with asthma in grade 11 I had several friends who also had asthma. While our asthma was different...reactionscomments
Taking Emergency Meds to the White HouseI was flying to Washington, DC, (again) for work. My family often joins me every May as advocates from all over the...reactions6comments
Did I Miss the Instructions? Navigating Appointments That Are TwistyThis time of year always brings a new crop of fellows and residents to my severe asthma clinic. It is an interesting...reactions3comments
I Got a PortI have been toying with the idea of getting a port for a few years. If you do not know what a...reactionscomments
Ways I Enjoy Backyard Fires as a Person with AsthmaContent Disclaimer: The following article is the account of one Asthma.net patient leader's personal experience and includes the tips he follows to...reactions25comments
Out of Stock - But Not Out of LuckEverything seems to be in shortage post-pandemic, and asthma medications are definitely not exempt from that! I have had my fair share...reactions7comments
Asking Questions in the HospitalMy friend has a son who is battling cancer, and she often posts updates for friends and family. She shared 1 experience...reactionscomments
My Latest Pulmonary Function TestsThe last visit I had with my pulmonologist, aka The Good Doctor, he ordered pulmonary function tests, or PFTs. If you have...reactionscomments
Trapped on a Plane With Stinky PerfumeI am settled in and ready for my cross-country flight. I have: Check, check, check, and check. The flight is even going...reactions7comments
Reflecting on In-Room Asthma TriggersMost recently, the Discovery Plus show I got sucked into watching every episode of was Hotel Impossible, in which host and hospitality...reactions15comments
Keeping an Optimistic OutlookA cold always poses a challenge for my asthma and my most recent encounter caused my asthma to become all wacky. It...reactionscomments
Coping with a New Asthma DiagnosisReceiving a new medical diagnosis of asthma can be shocking. Learning you have a chronic health condition can feel jarring and emotional...reactionscomments
Does Asthma Increase Your Sense of Smell? I have this uncanny ability to smell asthma triggers. Anytime I walk into a room, I can smell if there is something...reactions51comments
Asthma ProdromeAside from asthma, I have struggled with severe migraines since I was a teenager. They are debilitating to the point that I...reactions2comments
The Emotional Toll of Being a CaregiverIf I only knew what I was getting myself into when I had my first child 32 years ago... I tried to...reactionscomments
Getting the Right CareLiving life as an asthma patient is a way of life. It is all I have ever known. I was diagnosed at...reactions2comments
My (Almost) Clinical Trial ExperienceFor the past few years, my lungs have been in a place that many doctors consider to be medically mysterious. I had...reactions7comments
Wildfires and Air QualityOver the last few weeks, the east coast of the United States has been dealing with wildfire smoke blowing down from Canada...reactions8comments
Asthma at Pride: Festivals, Outdoor Events... and BelongingThe first weekend in June I went to Pride Winnipeg for the first time, and my first time at a pride festival!...reactionscomments
Finding Connections in Waiting Room CI was recently in a waiting room for a respirology follow-up appointment for my severe asthma and I came across a wonderful...reactionscomments
