How Does Asthma Affect Black Americans?Studies show that non-Hispanic Black Americans and those with Puerto Rican ancestry have asthma most often. There are also differences in how...reactionscomments
How Can Asthma Change Over Time?Asthma--like many chronic conditions--ebbs and flows with its symptoms. Sometimes it is more severe and we may need additional help managing it...reactions3comments
Studies On Weight And AsthmaWeight can be a touchy subject, but it can be an important thing to talk about, especially if you have a chronic...reactions2comments
Asthma And Sleeping Positions: What's The Link?Those who have asthma can attest that triggers happen at any time of the day, but for many asthmatics, their respiratory condition...reactions12comments
Make Valentine’s Day An Asthma-Friendly DayValentine’s Day is the perfect time to show your significant other how much you care. However, when that special someone has asthma...reactionscomments
Let’s Talk Asthma GuidelinesA few years ago, I wrote “10 Best Asthma Discoveries Of All Time.” Number six on that list was the creation of...reactions2comments
Politics Stressing You Out And Causing Asthma Attacks?When I was growing up, I was taught to avoid talking about politics and religion. Especially at family dinners. This past year...reactionscomments
Asthma WinsSometimes life just feels turbulent--and our asthma journey can feel that way as well. In a recent sit down with my specialist...reactions1comment
Seeing An Ear, Nose, And Throat Specialist For AsthmaIf you have asthma, an ear, nose, and throat specialist can be an important part of your care team. Also known as...reactions5comments
COVID-19 Vaccines For People With Lung ConditionsPeople living with moderate to severe asthma face a higher chance of serious illness from the virus that causes COVID-19. Having other...reactions12comments
Should I Have Houseplants if I Have Asthma?The only houseplant I own is not even a plant, exactly. It’s a cactus; her name is Marge because, when I got...reactions12comments
How Technology Brings Both Convenience and Confusion: Results of the Connected Health SurveySometimes, it feels like we are surrounded by technology. Apps, devices, trackers, and gadgets are everywhere! In this digital age, though, everyone...reactionscomments
My Asthma And Its PlaymatesHere I am on what feels like the billionth day of quarantine. Unfortunately for me, even if COVID-19 weren't invading our lives...reactionscomments
The Potential Dangers Of Liquid Nitrogen On AsthmaNitrogen is one of the most abundant gases on the planet, and it can be used for both medical purposes and preserving...reactionscomments
How Did You Know You Had Asthma?Asthma does not discriminate based on age, gender, race, or geographical location. Anyone can be diagnosed with asthma at any stage of...reactions6comments
New Asthma Research As patients, sometimes it can feel like medicine moves too slow. We depend on new treatments, better medications and superior understandings to...reactions1comment
Cold Temperatures Triggering Your Asthma?Brrr! I'm looking out my office window at beautiful snow-covered mountains. And my lungs are fine - as long as I am...reactions7comments
Community Views: Lifestyle Adjustments After An Asthma DiagnosisAfter being diagnosed with asthma, there are several lifestyle changes many asthmatics make in order to avoid attacks and flare-ups. Living with...reactions6comments
Coping With Medication-Induced Muscle CrampsI’m fortunate that most of my medications don’t generally cause side effects. Aside from occasional bouts of tachycardia (high heart rate) or...reactions98comments
Take the Allergies In America Survey!The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in...reactionscomments
