Asthma and InfertilityI was buzzing through the latest headlines on asthma, one caught my eye: "Asthma Linked To Infertility In Women Who Only Take...reactionscomments
Speaking with Actual HumansI take stock of my medicines splayed out across the counter, inside a bag, atop a basket containing more medications. For once...reactionscomments
What to Ask at My Pulmonologist Appointment?Being a Respiratory Therapist, I am on the front lines with people who are really struggling to breathe. Sometimes I am also...reactions6comments
Decisions, Decisions, DecisionsThe time was quickly approaching, I was coming to the end of my clinical study and the many questions of what is...reactionscomments
Not Your Usual Asthma SymptomsWhen we think of asthma symptoms the following usually comes to mind- wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Those are the...reactions28comments
Battling an Asthma Episode and Illness When You Live AloneCurrently I am battling a sinus infection, bronchitis and an asthma flare – the trifecta of winter illness. Being sick is hard...reactionscomments
The Truth About Medication Expiration DatesA few months ago, I pulled a new inhaler out of the pharmacy bag to find this sticker (pictured to the right)...reactions7comments
Severe Asthma: What Is Airway Remodeling?About 5-10% of asthmatics have what is now understood to be severe asthma. While there are a variety of reasons why someone...reactions3comments
Intermittent Fasting and... Asthma?!On Sunday, my friend and assistant goalball coach was complaining about her current foray into intermittent fasting-the hunger aspect of it. Now...reactions4comments
You’re Too ComplicatedA lot of times we look to our healthcare professionals to provide us with valuable information about our health, especially in terms...reactionscomments
I Already Know Everything There is to Know About AsthmaDo you know how many times I hear this? I don’t think ANYONE knows everything there is to know about asthma. Not...reactionscomments
Do You Need an Asthma Specialist Involved in Your Care?Most people who have asthma or parents of children with asthma can manage the disease and treatment on their own with just...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
Pulling a Rib Muscle From Coughing - Ouch!Sometimes, when I help families learn more about asthma, they will lean forward and whisper, “Sometimes my son coughs so hard... he...reactions35comments
Tips for Communicating With Your DoctorYour asthma is most likely to stay under control when you work hand in hand with your healthcare team. This post will...reactions2comments
Speaking Canadian: Asthma EditionOn a semi-regular basis, I find myself explaining Canadianisms-words or things that are generally used in Canada or specific to Canada, or...reactionscomments
Are You At Risk For An Asthma Attack?When you have asthma, chances are good that sooner or later you will experience an asthma attack. If you've had one, you...reactionscomments
New Year, New Yoga practiceOne facet of my 2018 self improvement goals started with a yoga journey. Every day in January I have spent some time...reactionscomments
Singulair/Montelukast: Not just for asthma? Part 2As I wrote previously, for whatever reason, I suck at keeping up with my nasal corticosteroids. But I do take pills as...reactionscomments
27 Benefits Of Exercising With AsthmaOne of the greatest ironies of having asthma is that most of us have Exercise Induced Asthma (EIA). Some of us spend...reactions4comments
