Growing Up With Asthma in the 1970s and 1980s: Part 2Editor's Note: This is a 2-part series. Read part 1 here. I have now lived with asthma for 50 years. And I...reactions2comments
Advocating for Yourself With Your DoctorThe process of being diagnosed with a chronic health condition can be long and difficult. People with asthma often have a lengthy...reactionscomments
Getting Away to Heal My BodyContent Note: This article contains themes of depression. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources...reactionscomments
Winter Blues, Inhaler Rules!Hmm, the preventative inhaler! That marvelous little device that's supposed to be my respiratory savior, yet somehow manages to turn me into...reactions10comments
Greenhouses Can Cause Asthma Attacks?I was in Washington, DC, for work and stopped by the US National Arboretum. It was heavenly! I am a plant lover...reactions4comments
We Have to Work Harder to Clean Our AirGlobal warming is a hot topic in the political world right now and so it should be. Most are aware of the...reactionscomments
Is a Warmer Climate the Answer to My Health Conditions?I have had a getaway planned for months now and now it has come and gone as quick as a flash! Before...reactions5comments
Patient and Public Involved Research: Not Just Clinical TrialsWhether due to exclusion criteria or living in a smaller city, I have never managed to find a clinical trial for asthma...reactionscomments
Surviving Wildfire Season With AsthmaI live in an area known for wildfires – made worse by decades of drought. In fact, as I write this, it...reactions9comments
Tips for Parenting a Child With Asthma Based on My Personal ExperiencesAs a former child asthmatic, I understand what it is like to navigate asthma as a child. My parents did a good...reactions2comments
Who Says Exercise Has to Be Hard?Editor's Note: Before starting any exercise regimen you should consult your doctor in order to make the best plan for you. Asthma...reactionscomments
Asthma Symptoms: Knowing the Difference Between Annoying and SevereLiving with asthma and allergies can present a spectrum of challenges ranging from the mildly bothersome to the downright severe. Let's explore...reactionscomments
Is My Asthma Controlled? Trying a New MedicineI have long believed my asthma was under control. However, during a recent appointment with my asthma specialist, my doctor asked, "How...reactions27comments
Do Inhaled Corticosteroids Cause Osteoporosis?Do inhaled corticosteroids cause osteoporosis? A friend asked me this question a few weeks ago, and I thought it would be interesting...reactions1comment
My Experience with Steroid Induced PsychosisContent Note: This article contains themes of depression and suicidal ideation. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions27comments
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...reactions2comments
