Three Major Drugmakers Cap Inhaler CostsThis year, 3 large drug companies have agreed to limit the cost of some of their inhalers. The inhalers are used by people with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
RSV in the NewsAs the temperature drops each fall and winter, so do our chances of staying healthy. Unfortunately, this means that respiratory infections like RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are on the rise... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What to Know About Philips CPAP and Ventilator RecallAfter many months of investigation, Philips has announced a recall notification for many of its devices. The medical device company analyzed risks related to several products, including: In the United... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID-19 and Flu: Similarities, Differences, and How to Protect YourselfAs the coronavirus and flu season collide, this upcoming fall and winter will be like none the world has ever seen. Here in the United States, it is important to... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
COVID-19 Updates, July 16: Updates on People at Risk, Testing, Reopening, and a VaccineEven after months of navigating life in the COVID-19 era, keeping up with new information and news can be overwhelming. Below are some of the latest developments surrounding COVID-19 for... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
COVID-19 Updates, June 15: Solidarity Hydroxychloroquine Trials and COVID Vaccine DevelopmentMany of us are overwhelmed by the amount of information available on COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be challenging. Here are some of the top developments... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I Have Asthma, So What Is My COVID-19 Risk?There is still so much we are learning every day about COVID-19. 'Who is most affected?', 'What treatment options might we be able to use?', and 'How can we best... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FDA Approves First Generic of Proventil HFA, A Commonly Used Albuterol InhalerThe United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) has approved the first generic of Proventil HFA metered-dose inhaler. This is an especially important approval for the COVID-19 pandemic response... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID-19 Updates, April 7: Face Coverings, Testing, & MedicationsIt is common to feel overwhelmed about COVID-19: so much information changing day-to-day. Here are some of the important COVID-19 stories that may be applicable to people living with one... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Now Closed - Fatigue and Health SurveyThe 2020 Fatigue and Health survey has now closed. Thank you for your interest! We are excited to share the results with you soon. Exhaustion, tiredness, weariness... fatigue. We know... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FDA Makes Way for Experimental Drugs to Fight COVID-19On March 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the testing of two drugs, chloroquine (hydroxychloroquine) and remdesivir, to treat people with COVID-19. The drugs have been given... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
COVID-19: Tips To Reduce Your RiskWith all of the news circulating about the novel (new) coronavirus, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed or anxious. This is especially true if you are immune-compromised due to... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FDA Requires Stronger Warnings on Singulair and Generic MontelukastOn March 4, 2020 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it would be strengthening the warning regarding the risk for neuropsychiatric events related to the drug Montelukast, marketed... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Take The Clinical Trial Patient Voice Survey (Now Closed)Have you participated in a clinical trial? Are you interested in participating in future clinical trials? We want to hear more about your experience! Asthma.net/Health Union is teaming up with... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Take the Clinical Trial Patient Experience Survey!Have you participated in a clinical trial? We want to hear more about your experience! We are conducting a short survey to understand how patients are involved in the clinical... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
New Look, Same Great Community!You might notice a few changes in the way things look when you visit Asthma.net. Never fear! You still have the same tools for finding info and connecting with others... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Take The Mental Health Survey!Managing symptoms of asthma is difficult enough, but emotional and mental challenges can also arise. Often, people aren’t just coping with one chronic condition, but several, and it can have... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Congress Approves 21st Century Cures ActCongress approved a new healthcare-centered bill called the 21st Century Cures Act. The bipartisan bill passed in the House of Representatives by a 396-to-26 vote, and in the Senate by... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
