Animal Crossing And Asthma: When Asthma Thoughts Infiltrate An Unrealistic Virtual Existence...In early July I learned the Switch Lite existed and days later had upgraded to this and New Horizons.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory Infections...Once you know which virus you are dealing with, you can take the necessary steps to treat the infection, feel better, and protect those around you.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Alarm Fatigue: Patient Edition...On our second last Asthma Pals session this Spring, one of the kiddos asked about how to get better at remembering to take her puffers everyday.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) for a 5-Year-Old? Yep!...I knew something was wrong because my son started out with a cold, but seemed to get worse instead of better.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Wrong Way vs. the Right Way to Accommodate My Asthma Trigger...One organization handled it much better than the other. A coworker had a birthday bouquet of flowers sent to our office.... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
It’s Really Nice Having Asthma Friends...An hour later, she said to me, “John, you need to go upstairs and ask Dr. B. to write you a prescription for prednisone.”... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Buteyko Breathing: Can It Really Help People With Asthma?...Have you ever wondered if just learning to "breathe better" might help with your asthma? ... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Side Effects: Dealing With Cavities...The better option is Long-Acting Beta 2 Adrenergic (LABA) medicine. These medicines open airways and keep them open for 12-24 hours. ... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Favorite Asthma Memories...A few years later, mom moved me into my own room. All my brothers had to share rooms except for me.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma and Back Pain...My physical therapist explained that the stronger the supportive muscles, the better my posture, and the least I am impacted by back pain I will be.... By Dia SWS3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
The False Security of Using a Spacer...The authors called for additional research to better understand and confirm their findings.... By Lorene Alba, AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Getting Intimate With Asthma...If you enter into a new relationship, discuss your asthma with your new partner. Although talking about sex (or having sex!)... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Tips for Moving During an Asthma Attack...I’ve been on the hunt for a house of my own for the better part of the year.... By Christy Amos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
The Asthma Support Checklist For Loved Ones...Everyone’s asthma is different, but there are certain steps you can take to better understand and help someone with their asthma.... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Asthma Action Plan Is... In My Head?...Is it before you start prednisone, or when you've been on prednisone for 72 hours and don't feel any better?... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Quest For A Flu Shot In 2020...I know I’ll get my flu shot eventually, hopefully, sooner than later.... By Kerri MacKay5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Day in the Life of an Inhaler...John graciously gave me the golden key to enter his space here and share my extraordinary tale.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stress & Asthma -- What's the Connection?...Better asthma control will be the result!... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is It Eosinophilic Esophagitis(EoE) or Reflux?...Because EoE is not caused by stomach acid, symptoms of EoE do not always get better with antacid drugs.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma and My Allergic Reaction to a Bug Bite...It was also later discovered I had a small similar-looking patch on the back of my other leg! What on EARTH?!... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments