Pros and Cons of Portable Nebulizers for AsthmaWe have come a very long way from early nebulizers. The first electrical nebulizer was invented in 1930. At that time, the...reactions20comments
Ragweed Allergies and Asthma: Beware of This Common SweetenerMy friend Lynne recently posted on Facebook that she found herself having significant allergy symptoms after consuming protein shakes sweetened with stevia...reactions6comments
Food Chemicals That May Cause Asthma SymptomsSometimes food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities may act as triggers for asthma attacks. Common food allergies include dairy, gluten, shellfish, nuts, and...reactionscomments
Join the Conversation: Popular Forums on Environmental Asthma TriggersFor several years, the forums section of Asthma.net has been a place to read conversations, start discussions, and connect with others about...reactionscomments
Take the Allergies In America Survey!The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in...reactionscomments
Literal Hay Allergy: Digging for Details!Recently, the five-year-old son in the family I work with went on his first field trip. He had a great time at...reactions14comments
Asthma 101: A Guide to Educate and Spread AwarenessIf you live with asthma, you may have tried to explain to friends, loved ones, caregivers, or other people in your life...reactions3comments
Asthma Subgroups: The 4 Types of Airway InflammationIt is now understood that all asthmatics have some degree of chronic (it's always there) underlying airway inflammation. While it was once...reactionscomments
My Opinion About Asthma Severity, Staging, and ControlPrior to the launch of this website, Health Union conducted a survey of asthmatics, many of whom said they had no idea...reactions12comments
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
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
My Experience With TheophyllineI was first introduced to theophylline in 1976. My memory of it was a horrible tasting pink syrup. Mom stored it in...reactions10comments
Being Diagnosed Asthmatic in the Late 70s Was Bad Luck!Being diagnosed with asthma as a child is bad luck - full stop. So, this article is not going to be ranting...reactions23comments
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...reactions110comments
Cleaning HouseLet's face it: Cleaning house isn't fun. At least not for the majority of people. It would be so nice to be...reactions10comments
Staying Healthy Will Keep My Asthma AwayI have worked out that if I stay healthy that is my best chance of fighting my asthma. My immune system is...reactionscomments
Pollen Has Entered the BuildingAlright, here we go, let's chat about pollen and its effects on our good old friend, asthma. Now, I am not here...reactionscomments
Is Charcoal Grilling Bad for People With Asthma?It’s summer! Many people look forward to warmer weather, longer days, and sunshine. I, however, do not enjoy summer; the heat and...reactions10comments
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
How Can Cutting Boards and Bamboo Lids Affect Asthma?Mold is organic and can grow just about everywhere. It loves to hide in your kitchen. It’s tricky because, unlike most asthma...reactions2comments
