Getting Allergy Shots – and Setting the Clinic RecordAllergies and asthma often go hand in hand, and controlling allergies can help control asthma. Collegiate daughter had a miserable year. In fact, last year was the worst she's ever... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma At An All Time Low, or High?I have shared before that I have some significant trouble with my blood sugar when I have to take steroids during an asthma flare. As with many people, steroids make... By Christy Amos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Does This Cough Make Me Sound Unprofessional?Even before the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, I found hacking up a lung an effective way to clear a room. My inner circle is well acquainted with my cough... By Corinne Dilger2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Home Remedies: Good or Bad?Well, COVID-19 finally got me. I am missing my second week of work, and I am miserable. I am juggling doses of my controller inhaler, using my nebulizer for frequent... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Needed a Break from My AsthmaI needed a break. So I took one. I have been so overwhelmed the last few months (years) with life, health, and everything else that goes along with being alive... By Christy Amos2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How I Kept My Kids Healthy During the September Asthma Peak WeekNow that school is back in session, there is one thing to watch for if you have kids with asthma – the September Asthma Peak Week. It’s the third week... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How I Survive Asthma Peak WeekAsthma and allergy symptoms get worse when triggers stack on each other. In September, especially during Asthma Peak Week, pollens, mold, viruses, and more can cause severe asthma attacks that... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Now Closed - Breathe Better GiveawayThe Breathe Better Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! The third week of September is known as "Asthma Peak Week" due to an increase in asthma-related hospitalizations... By Asthma.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Personal Research - Yay or Nay?Living in a digital era, we have access to a plethora of information. While this opportunity sounds nothing but positive, there are some pros and cons to technology right at... By Corinne Dilger3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Pollen Has Entered the BuildingAlright, here we go, let's chat about pollen and its effects on our good old friend, asthma. Now, I am not here to bore you with all the scientific jargon... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
One Step Forward, Seven Steps BackWhen you live with asthma, it always feels like you are waiting for the next shoe to drop. I have talked before about how I used to be on daily... By Corinne Dilger2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma MotivationDo you ever have trouble motivating yourself? Ever think, "I feel fine. Why should I bother taking my inhalers tonight?" And what about shots? Some of us need biologics or... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Multiple Broken Ribs and AsthmaI received a late-night phone call from another state that my family member had an accident and was in the hospital. The next morning, Hubster and I flew to be... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Seretide Keeps Me Alive But At a Huge CostIn recent months I have been on a real mission to heal myself. I have chronic conditions and I resent the fact that I am dependent on all my medication... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
I Have Controlled Asthma. What About You?When I was a kid, asthma had a tight grip on my life. It felt uncontrollable. Imagining a day of carefree breathing seemed like a distant dream. Fast forward to... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Battling for Pre-Authorizations (and My Life)Back in January of 2022, I was started on a monthly biologic drug, Tezspire™ (tezepelumab-ekko), for my severe persistent asthma. I was very excited, as this was a brand new... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
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
Tips for Moving During an Asthma AttackI’m currently five weeks into one of the worst asthma exacerbations I’ve had in years. I’m on high-dose steroids and have been unable to taper them. And it’s starting to... By Christy Amos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Do Any Paris Olympic Athletes Have Asthma?The Summer Olympics will be taking place in Paris in July. Is anyone lucky enough to attend? I can't wait to see footage of my favorite city. To say I’m... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Spider Plants Are A Go!I have spoken a number of times about how I have designed my apartment to be an allergy-free space. It’s an important thing for me that I have a space... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments