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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments0 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...Reactions0reactionsComments2 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...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Common Cold Links To Asthma ExacerbationsI am sure we have all heard it, lived it, or told someone about how a cold was connected to an asthma exacerbation. I have loosely understood why this is...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Mucus ManagementThis summer has brought high pollen counts and wildfire smoke; both of these are allergens and can, unfortunately, increase mucus production. At the end of August, my partner and I...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
One White Pine: Building Spaces for Living & HealingProfessor and landscape architect Daniel Winterbottom has been designing and building therapeutic gardens for over 20 years. Here, he shares his unique viewpoint on the power of nature for communities...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Skin and Asthma ConnectionsAsthma is often an invisible illness, it presents primarily experiential and sometimes an auditory group of symptoms. However, asthma can be linked to visible conditions as well. This is an...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Wacky Weather ChangesI moved to the Midwest a few years ago and I have absolutely loved having all four seasons which was something I had never experienced before as I was born...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Links Between Asthma And HivesI have dealt with asthma my entire life. I also have experienced hives from time to time. Often I have wondered if this is unique to me, or if other...Reactions0reactionsComments9 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...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Others May Not “See” It. But I Feel It.During Invisible Illness Awareness Week, we want to recognize and shed light on all those affected by an illness that may go unnoticed despite the major impact your illness has...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dehumidifiers For AsthmaToo little moisture in the air and too much moisture in the air can both be asthma triggers. Humidity is a common asthma trigger; the complicated part is that different...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Are Anxiety And Depression Connected To Asthma Control?Asthma is a complex, chronic illness that can affect both the body and the mind. Coughing, shortness of breath, and wheezing are common physical symptoms. Although they are less noticeable...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Is Ice Cream An Asthma Trigger?Has anyone ever experienced tightness in their chest after eating ice cream? I do, and I cough sporadically in the 15 minutes following a modest serving of it, but I...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
The Truth About Asthma: What Non-Asthmatics Should KnowWhen it comes to understanding asthma, the public pushes a big misconception that asthma isn’t a big deal. Shedding light on the harsh realities of asthma can bring awareness and...Reactions0reactionsComments17 comments
What Is A Dust Mite And Why Can It Trigger Asthma Symptoms?We’re all too familiar with the light layers of dust that can accumulate on our surfaces and furniture after we haven’t cleaned for a few days. In addition to being...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Potential Links Between Hypertension And AsthmaI have dealt with asthma my entire life and also have high blood pressure. Of course, these are two different diseases with different treatment strategies, but still, I was wondering...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments