The Link between Physical Health and Mental Health...Physical health and mental health are inextricably linked. People living with chronic conditions, like asthma, not only have to manage their physical symptoms, but also cope with the negative impact...reactionscomments
The Color of Inhalers: Part 1...Ever notice that most asthma inhalers have unique colors? This is actually a safety mechanism so you know what medicine you're taking. Color coding was created when most inhalers were...reactions10comments
Asthma and Infertility...I was buzzing through the latest headlines on asthma, one caught my eye: "Asthma Linked To Infertility In Women Who Only Take Short-Term Medication". To be clear: I, personally, am...reactionscomments
Speaking with Actual Humans...I take stock of my medicines splayed out across the counter, inside a bag, atop a basket containing more medications. For once, the stars have aligned: I am close to...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 the patient as I also have severe asthma...reactions6comments
Decisions, Decisions, Decisions...The time was quickly approaching, I was coming to the end of my clinical study and the many questions of what is next were coming to a forefront. These times...reactionscomments
Not Your Usual Asthma Symptoms...When we think of asthma symptoms the following usually comes to mind- wheezing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. Those are the three most common asthma symptoms. When inflammation happens...reactions28comments
Battling an Asthma Episode and Illness When You Live Alone...Currently I am battling a sinus infection, bronchitis and an asthma flare – the trifecta of winter illness. Being sick is hard, but it can be even harder when you...reactionscomments
The Truth About Medication Expiration Dates...A few months ago, I pulled a new inhaler out of the pharmacy bag to find this sticker (pictured to the right). It says "JUN." As in, short for June...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 might end up with severe asthma, one potential...reactions3comments
Doubles tennis and pickleball...I am 85 and play the above. Sometimes I use my inhaler before and during and get thru the game. Other times, I just can't get enough air and have...reactions4repliesExercise
Himalayan Salt Inhaler...About a week or so ago I started using a Himalayan salt inhaler. For my asthma I use 2 puffs of symbicort twice per day and ventiline around 5 times...reactions2repliesTreatment
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, all I knew that time about intermittent fasting...reactions4comments
You’re Too Complicated...A lot of times we look to our healthcare professionals to provide us with valuable information about our health, especially in terms of our ability to breathe. When you have...reactionscomments
I Already Know Everything There is to Know About Asthma...Do you know how many times I hear this? I don’t think ANYONE knows everything there is to know about asthma. Not patients, not doctors, not respiratory therapists, not researchers...reactionscomments
Asthma and COPD...After years with asthma, I wonder what the difference is between COPD and asthma. After years with asthma, it can become not reversible and more complicated. Does it then become...reactions1replyComorbidities