Peak Flow Meters: Your Questions AnsweredMost asthma experts recommend all asthmatics utilize a peak flow meter (PFM). So, what is a peak flow meter? How can it...reactionscomments
Adult Asthma and Heart Disease--What You Need to KnowAsthma is, as you probably know, a chronic condition that affects breathing and the respiratory system. On the other hand, heart disease...reactions6comments
Understanding Air Quality: What is PM10?Unlike VOCs and PM2.5 which I was only 99% clueless about, I can provide little pre-knowledge on the subject of particulate matter...reactionscomments
How Do You Describe Your Cough?I was at a recent follow-up appointment trying to find relief for an especially challenging cough. A medical professional recently asked me...reactions7comments
Be an Asthma Friendly Secret SantaEarlier today, Dia was telling me about her office Secret Santa. I don’t currently have a physical office to go to (after...reactions2comments
Seeing A Pulmonologist For The First TimeI have been thinking a lot about my respiratory care and I could not help but think back to my first respiratory...reactions3comments
Post Asthma Attack EuphoriaSo you can’t breathe. You’re miserable. You’re panicky. You’re sitting on the edge of the bed all frogged up after an asthma...reactions5comments
Why "Just Breathe" Just Doesn't WorkHave you been to a yoga class before? If so, you know that there is a heavy emphasis on the breath. You’ll...reactions10comments
Fear-Induced AsthmaThere are many things that can trigger asthma. We all have different things that send us into an immediate flare-up. Just like...reactions2comments
Inhaler Float Test?!I was on a call with a group of nurses, and we were talking about the details of a new Stock Inhaler...reactions6comments
Why--and When--Should I Premedicate?Premedicating is a topic I thought I’d written a lot about. It actually turns out it is a topic I’ve written a lot...reactionscomments
Oh Hey, Winter AsthmaOh hey, winter. I did not miss you. It is only December. This either means Winnipeg will have a very long winter...reactions1comment
Some Information on Asthma SpacersAs asthmatics, we know that we experience asthma in our own unique way. We each have different triggers, symptoms, and even medications...reactions5comments
Asthma Sometimes Presents With Atypical SymptomsSome asthmatics do not present with typical asthma symptoms. This is something we realize in this community. But what do researchers have...reactions46comments
Asthma and Oral HealthWhen we narrow in on a single part of the body or a condition, certain issues can be overlooked. Parts of the...reactionscomments
Asthma and DepressionDepression is a sensitive subject that often feels taboo for those who need to talk about it most. The irony is, that...reactionscomments
Understanding Air Quality: What are VOCs?I feel like “volatile organic compound” could be a good band name. That’s about all I know about them—I’m aware they’re more...reactions2comments
Advocating for Kids in the HospitalThis week, my friend had a not so great experience at the ER with her disabled daughter. Even though my friend is...reactionscomments
Over the Counter Primatene Mist - A Solution or a Danger?Primatene mist recently returned to pharmacy shelves as an over-the-counter (OTC) inhaler. Many asthmatics were elated by this news. But health care...reactions15comments
Restarting Your Workout Plan After An Asthma FlareI like working out. I ride the bike, treadmill, and lift some weights. I have a nice program that I do. I...reactions10comments
