Old Med That is New to Me...I am breathing better than I have in a long time!... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Did We Visit the Most "Asthma Unfriendly" City?...First off, Las Vegas is not an asthma-friendly city; if you live with asthma, there are better places to visit (in my opinion!).... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
How is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treated?...With more treatment options available, your healthcare team can better incorporate disease and patient-specific needs into the medical management of DVT... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Me & My Doctor: Results from Our HCP Satisfaction Survey...While ratings for thoroughness and satisfaction were similar for male and female doctors, female doctors were reported as having better interpersonal skills... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Did I Miss the Instructions? Navigating Appointments That Are Twisty...I know a little bag room is very much a first-world problem in comparison to better breathing.... By Dia SWS3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Say What? Common Asthma Abbreviations...It is the kind that sprays the medication and is often times used with a spacer for better medication deposition.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Collapsed Lung From Asthma...It was a scary few days, but luckily my son slowly started to get better.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Pulmonary Function Testing To Diagnose Asthma...Normal is 80% or better. It may be less than 80% if you're having asthma symptoms.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What To Do When You’re Sick After Hours?...kids with asthma who would be VERY sick at night, but by the time they would get an appointment with the pediatrician the next morning, they would sound better... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Make Valentine’s Day An Asthma-Friendly Day...The more you can learn about asthma, the better you and your loved ones can manage living with this disease, making the most of every day and maintaining... By American Lung Association4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hospital Bag At The Ready!...Something to do If you end up getting admitted to the hospital, once your breathing starts to feel a bit better you might find yourself a bit bored.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Clinical Trial Participation...There is also no guarantee that the new drug being studied will be better than, or even as good as the current standard of care.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Compelling Reasons for Other People to Quit Fragrances...No matter how hard you try to avoid it for the sake of your asthma, it can often be unavoidable.... By Ashlen Wilder2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Coping with a New Asthma Diagnosis...It is okay to feel angry, bitter, guilty, confused, or sad. Allow yourself some time to absorb the news and process what it means for you.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why "Just Breathe" Just Doesn't Work...Remember that asking questions is always better than making assumptions!... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Poor Air Quality and Asthma: Part 1...I was later reminded it would have been a good idea to pre-medicate before leaving home.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Links Between Dehydration And Asthma...Now, this theory is a little better established than the one noted above.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Community Views: Asthma and Comorbidities...Amazing how much better I feel.” Another common comorbidity you mentioned was allergies. Allergies are overreactions from your immune system.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Privacy Concerns When Going Virtual...It is also good to save a copy of this privacy policy for later reference.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Do I Mow The Grass?...So, much less dust is aerosolized so it’s better for this asthmatic to mow. Still, why did I do it? I’m 50 and have a good job.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments