When friends have your back before you realize it!As asthma comes in all kinds of different forms, sometimes, I forget that some of my friends with asthma actually have asthma...reactionscomments
How is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treated?Deep Vein Thrombosis treatment is designed to be preventive, a way to manage serious or life-threatening risks. It is intended to prevent...reactionscomments
The King of Rescue Inhalers: Part 2Earlier I explained how I was the King of Rescue Inhalers. Here’s how I discovered how this was not so true. That...reactionscomments
Asthma Subgroups: Th2 Dominant AsthmaAbout 10% of the world’s population has a diagnosis of asthma. This means they have asthma genes. And these asthma genes are activated...reactions5comments
Finding Your People (for Kids): Asthma PalsIn May and June, I was a part of the Asthma Society of Canada’s initial launch of an asthma peer support program...reactionscomments
Common Fall Allergies Many People With Asthma ExperienceI was just chatting with a neighbor about allergies and asthma, and he asked, "What's the worst time of year for you...reactions6comments
Remembering Your MedicationsAs a person with asthma who also has ADHD, I am probably the best/worst person to give advice about how to take...reactions2comments
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
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
Moving to a New Climate With AsthmaIn just a few short weeks my family and I will be moving across the country. My husband and I have lived...reactionscomments
"So, I Have Asthma?"The way you are told about an asthma diagnosis can dictate your outlook on your disease. In my experience, this can either...reactions3comments
Asthma in Transition, Staying with Your ChangesAs more research is being done to understand different types of phenotypes, endotype, and genotypes that researchers are currently investigating, I find...reactionscomments
C-c-c-cold Olympic Athletes and AsthmaI'm watching the Olympics from my warm, cozy home and am wondering..... how can the Olympic athletes compete in the freezing cold...reactionscomments
Can we PLEASE stop COPD shaming?When asthma and COPD come up in the same conversation, I’ve often heard “I didn’t cause my disease” spill out the mouth of...reactionscomments
Asthma Signs vs. SymptomsA lot of times people get confused when differentiating between signs and symptoms. There is a difference and I wanted to take...reactions2comments
New Years Resolution ChallengeI'll be the first to admit I'm not a fan of New Years resolutions. While they can be amazing for so many...reactionscomments
New Research May Aid in Future Grass Pollen Forecasts for Allergic Asthma SufferersDo you have grass pollen allergies? I sure do, and this past month has been pure misery for me. Most of my...reactions2comments
“She Can’t Run The Mile”One of my earliest childhood memories attending public school is standing inside with my fifth-grade teacher on a hot day in May...reactions6comments
It’s Okay To Remind People You Have AsthmaI have allergies and asthma. I had it horribly bad as a kid. Mom sat with me hundreds of times in doctor’s...reactions7comments
10 Tips For Obtaining Good Asthma ControlWhile there is no cure for asthma, it can be controlled. This means that asthma episodes can be prevented, or at least...reactionscomments
