The Emotional Toll of Chronic IllnessTrigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or...reactionscomments
Bonfires: An Asthmatics Worst NightmareNow that summer is in full swing, depending on where you live, you might be counting down the days until fall when...reactions20comments
A Paper-Chase for PatientsA glossy insert slides out of the Weekend USA Today as I opened it to skim the news and lifestyle sections on...reactions1comment
Seven (Plus!) Quick Physical Activity Ideas You Can Do Right NowEven though I know it makes me feel good, and even though I have an entire degree in the subject, exercise is...reactionscomments
Why Do Only Some People Get Asthma?The question of all questions. Why is it that only some people develop asthma and allergies? Why don’t we all develop these...reactionscomments
Didn’t You Know Your Severity?The other day I was in the online patient portal for my primary care physician (PCP). I was scheduling an appointment with...reactionscomments
"Half of This, Half of That"“The work of being a patient can be a fulfilling part of a person’s life. There are the small triumphs of figuring...reactionscomments
Do Swimming Pools Trigger Asthma?Most people spend time in or around chlorinated swimming pools during summer. It’s like a modern staple of vacations and warm summer...reactionscomments
Public Health - Helping When Doctors Run Out of Time!I work in the field of public health, but most people have no idea what that means - or what we do...reactions2comments
Stress & Asthma -- What's the Connection?Has anyone ever told you -- or at least hinted -- that your asthma is "all in your head?" Luckily, this doesn't...reactionscomments
Two weeks on the road: Airport Security and NEXUS/TSA Pre-CheckIt’s June 1, and I haven’t spent more than two weeks at home since the beginning of March. The longest span I...reactionscomments
Those Dog-Gone Allergies Are BackSo, I’m sitting on my porch. I can hear the chirping of birds. I watch as two squirrels chase each other. Wait!...reactionscomments
Is Swimming Beneficial To Asthmatics?Swimming has long been recommended for kids with exercise-induced asthma (EIA). It was recognized as an ideal way for them to stay...reactions6comments
What Does "Reversible" Mean When It Comes to Asthma?So, you often hear that asthma is reversible. What does this mean anyway? Here’s what to know. No. There is no cure...reactions1comment
On the Move: Neighborhood "Walkability" and Asthma RiskRecently, my aunt was looking to purchase a new home. Some real estate sites featured this thing called a “Walk Score”, comprised...reactionscomments
Can Students Self-Carry Their Asthma Inhaler in Schools?Sending your child to school when they have asthma can be scary. Can your child access their medication quickly, or is it...reactionscomments
The Surprising History of Smoking for AsthmaFor most of history, asthmatics inhaled smoke. Do you believe it? It's true. This was the only means of inhaling asthma medicines...reactions3comments
Asthma Home Visit ProgramsDid you know that some states in the U.S. have asthma home visit programs? They allow health educators and community health workers...reactionscomments
8 Asthma Remedies You May RememberListed here are old asthma treatments from the 20th century. Most of these were top-line asthma medicines at one time. Most are...reactions106comments
Give Your Asthma Action Plan a Tune Up!An asthma action plan is an asthmatics best friend. It is an essential tool that every asthmatic should have, no matter how...reactionscomments
