Food Allergies And Asthma During The HolidaysThis year, all of our holidays have been very different and very small. When it comes time to cook a "big holiday dinner," what's the point? There are only 3... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Undesirable Effects Of Nasal Steroids: The NosebleedAgain last week I had another of my many restarts of nasal steroids and saline. If you’ve been following my posts on Asthma.net for any period of time, you likely... By Kerri MacKay2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Choosing A DoctorFinding a partnership can be difficult. A business partner, an exercise partner, a romantic partner; all have similar qualities that make the partnership constructive. To me, choosing a doctor is... By Samuel Taylor3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Asthma Anniversary ReflectionsI have an upcoming asthma anniversary which made me think about how far I have come and what a weird and wacky adventure my severe asthma journey has been. If... By Dia SWS2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Breathin Stephen: An InterviewIf you follow asthma blogs, you have probably heard of Breathin Stephen. Stephen has been blogging about his asthma for over 15 years at breathinstephen.com. Over time, he has shared... By Dana I.5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Choosing A Pillow When You Have AsthmaSeveral years ago, I bought one of those allergy and asthma-friendly certified pillows on sale for Boxing Day, which I’ve at this point replaced a couple times, though likely not... By Kerri MacKay4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
How Does Dust Affect Asthma?Yesterday was a beautiful, warm Saturday. But weirdly warm. In fact – it was 82 degrees! In mid-October! I live near the mountains and it's very unusual to have warm... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Now Closed! - Breathe Clear In The New Year GiveawayJoin us during the month of December as we navigate through the exciting and chaotic holiday season! 2020 has been an extremely challenging time for many, so we would like... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Preparing For a New PetI love animals. Ever since I was a child, we always had pets in our home. For the longest time, I thought I would grow up and work somewhere in... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Asthma in InfantsAsthma is one of the most common chronic conditions in children, affecting over 6 million kids in the U.S. But while asthma symptoms are recognizable in older children and adults... By Becky Greiner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Asthma Subgroups: Mixed Granulocytic AsthmaAbout 5-10% of asthmatics have severe asthma. This is asthma that is difficult to control despite compliance with all the best treatment options. One asthma subgroup that falls under this... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Vocal Cord Dysfunction And How Is It Mistaken For Asthma?Back in 2017, I wrote an article called “Is Your Asthma… Asthma?” about misdiagnosis of asthma. In that article, I write about a friend who had thought for years she... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
What Is Stock Albuterol?Well, this has to be the weirdest back-to-school I have ever seen. Normally, stores are packed with happy parents (and gloomy kids) stocking up on back to school supplies. That... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: Frequent Nighttime Asthma SymptomsAsthma symptoms can pop up at any place and at any time of the day. Sleep disturbances are common in those living with asthma in which approximately 75% of asthmatics... By Sidney Saleh- Kurtz3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
I Am The Face Of AsthmaEver Google yourself? I do from time to time for kicks and grins. When I Google my name I come up #1 in the search engine, and #2, #3, and... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Breathe Clear In The New Year Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Breathe Clear In The New Year Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING... By Editorial Team 10 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Using A Mobile App For Asthma TrackingToday, mobile devices help people do all kinds of things, including managing their health. Some people are using applications (apps) on their smartphone, smartwatch, or other mobile devices to track... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Quest For A Flu Shot In 2020For at least 11 flu seasons now, as long as I’ve had asthma, I’ve had a flu shot. To protect myself and others, it just makes sense. Every year, public... By Kerri MacKay5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Asthma Around The WorldWorldwide, 339 million people experience asthma. It is not limited to one part of the world, and you might wonder, "Is asthma is experienced differently in different parts of the... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Short Hair Vs Long Hair Dogs For Asthmatics - Does It Make A Difference?The subject of asthmatics and pets has been discussed in doctors' offices and heavily searched online for years. Even though the presence of pets in the home can trigger asthma... By Becky Greiner3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments