Moving to a Drier Climate to Improve Asthma? Look out for Valley FeverOne of the questions I get asked often in my work is “Will moving to another state help my asthma?” The answer...reactionscomments
Were You Aware Of My Asthma?May is asthma awareness month, seeing as you've found yourself on an asthma.net I assume you've heard of it. When I mention...reactions1comment
Maximizing Your Care Team In Your NeighborhoodAfter a recent exacerbation, I have really found merit in my care team that works together has made the word of difference...reactionscomments
Asthma On Campus: Getting Through Flu SeasonIt's the dead of winter on campus, snowball fights, board game nights, and movie marathons are in full swing. Of course this...reactionscomments
The Empty Inhaler Strikes AgainI take four inhalers, and only one of them actually has a dose counter on it—and after all, research and experience indicate...reactionscomments
Spontaneity: A Realized "Barrier" to Exercise with AsthmaWhile I am aware that it is because of asthma that I got “into” (read: semi-interested in) any sort of physical activity...reactions3comments
Treatment Options: When Things Go Differently Than ExpectedToday, I had a follow up with my doctor that did not go as planned. It was weird and awkward, I was...reactionscomments
Maximizing Appointments Far From HomeLike many, my quest for the best treatment and physician for me means that I am seeking a care outside of my...reactionscomments
Asthma Memes That Are Actually Sort Of FunnyI spent most of the summer of 2015 working as a tournament assistant with a local sport organization. On the last night...reactionscomments
Learning About What's New in Asthma ResearchI had the opportunity to sit in on an update about asthma research with a world renowned pulmonologist who provided an update...reactionscomments
5 Worthy Asthma New Year's ResolutionsSome experts denounce New Year’s resolutions. Marquette Magazine noted they usually fail and lead to some form of “self-loathing.” The Huffington post...reactionscomments
Asthma Subgroups: Infection-Induced AsthmaInfection-induced asthma is a subgroup of asthma that may actually be quite common. It is diagnosed when an infection is suspected of...reactions2comments
Do You Carry Your Spacer With You?So, it’s neat to see all the places people keep their inhalers when they’re out and about. As a guy, I usually...reactionscomments
A Yearly (?) Occurrence: Replacing Your SpacerI know, I know, I know. That’s my thought on the maintenance of spacers or valved holding chambers. Also, technically speaking they’re...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
Asthma Spoon TheoryI first heard of the Spoon Theory over a decade ago. However, I was younger and didn't really grasp what it meant...reactions8comments
When Personal Experience is Taken as a RecommendationWhile I agree the title “Patient Expert” is valid and warranted for use in reference to many patients, most people (thankfully) understand...reactionscomments
15 Things To Do Between Taking Asthma Medication & ExercisingI am not one of those people who hates unproductive time. I have just spent the last 3 hours of this fine...reactions2comments
Looking Inside: Lung Imaging and Bronchoscopy for AsthmaMy severe asthma journey took on many wild twists and tales. Receiving and asthma diagnosis was an adventure, and there were a lot...reactions3comments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:An undesirable experience associated...reactionscomments
