Poor Air Quality and Asthma: Part 1...Despite their distance, forest fire smoke can negatively affect air quality as it travels great distances.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma and COPD in Lupus...Inflammation caused by lupus can affect breathing. Different parts of the respiratory system can be affected.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Nebulizer Systems: Everything You Need To Know...This may be due to the inability to generate enough flow to actuate inhalers, or it may be due to the soothing effect of inhaling medicine over a period... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments43 comments
Life With Asthma: Seasonal Hacks..."I spend a lot of time outdoors around triggers like hay and garden plants.... By Asthma.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Hospital Go-Bag...Side note: if you have super sensitive skin or any kind of adhesive allergy, find tape products that work for you and keep a stash of that in your... By Christy Amos4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Wisdom Teeth Wisdom... and Inhalers...While you may be on slightly different meds, the effect should be roughly the same no matter the device you are using.... By Kerri MacKay2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
#GivingTuesday Campaign - Official Rules, Terms and Conditions...in connection with the Promotion, shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without giving effect... By Editorial Team 10 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Allergy-Proof House...This is perfect for my Myles and Helena. Also, all the bedrooms do have blinds.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Burned out Taking Care of Asthma?...It can affect you emotionally, mentally, and physically.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Being Prepared for the Summer Months...I would say the thing that most has the worst effect on my asthma is grass and tree pollens.... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Surviving Wildfire Season With Asthma...With my side of the US covered in wildfires, we are also inundated with wildfire smoke.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Xolair and Asthma...What side effects have you had and how long did they last?... By felicha1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Finding Motivation in the New Normal...I miss my swims for all their good physical activity reasons, the positive effects on my mental health, and my community at the pool.... By Dia SWS2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Understanding the Role of the Allergic Cascade in Asthma Attacks...That can help you be better prepared for the whole allergic cascade effect.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How Does A Nebulizer Work? ...The idea of using the Bernoulli Effect to create a nebulizer was first contrived by a doctor named Mathieu.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma and Exercise: A Balancing Act...The best part is that there are outdoor walking classes as well, which is perfect for me.... By Patti Henry3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Forgetting My Winter Cough...useful data for understanding the effects of the weather on my asthma in the winter.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
COVID-19 Updates, April 7: Face Coverings, Testing, & Medications...The FDA found chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine ineffective in treating COVID-19, and that the serious side effects outweighed any potential benefits.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Community Member Spotlight: Meet Jill Aristeo Batchelder...That is third-hand smoke and it does affect us.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The King of Rescue Inhalers: Part 2...They also had strong side effects. In 1980 I was given my first rescue inhaler. It was Alupent. It was safer and h2er than those older inhalers.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments