My Humble Advice for Asthma Doctors...In the hospital setting, we give every person with a metered dose inhaler (like albuterol or Symbicort) a spacer.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Asthma Memes That Are Actually Sort Of Funny...Sometimes I feel like my pharmacy is the dark side. I mean, usually all is well.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Adventure of Starting a New Treatment Plan for Asthma...These factors may affect when a pharmaceutical applies for regulatory approval and can affect other decisions, including special access and compassionate... By Dia SWS2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma and Art ...Sometimes, the things we do can affect our asthma or vice versa. Do your best to simplify the problems and think of some simple solutions.... By Samuel Taylor4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Asthma on the Road: Hotel Triggers...I’ve had only one or two extremely brutal hotel experiences asthma-wise. The one that included Complimentary Aromatherapy—capitalized for effect!... By Kerri MacKay4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Asthma Subgroups: Th2 Dominant Asthma...I defined how these affect asthma in my post, "Late Phase Asthma Attack." ... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Is There a Stigma Associated With Asthma?...I promise you, it is worth the effort when it leads to a happier child and better asthma control.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Asthma Is Not a "One Size Fits All" Disease...Non-allergic asthma is exactly what it sounds like.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Identifying Opportunities with Stability: Finding a Job That Fits Your Health Needs...They just expect you to get it done.... By Kerri MacKay7 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID-19: Tips To Reduce Your Risk...Editorial Note: This article was updated to reflect the CDC recommendations for people to wear cloth face coverings to control the spread of COVID-19 symptoms... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Another A+ for Dr. Smartypants: An Awesome Asthma Clinic Visit...Reading the questions off my phone does not seem to have the same effect!... By Kerri MacKay4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
What Types of Nebulizers Are Best For You?...They have only been around since 1993. They contain a mesh disc the size of a dime or quarter. This disc vibrates at ultrasonic speeds.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Wearing Masks With Asthma..."My daughter bought me a 3M respirator mask with the big filters on the side and ironically it’s the easiest mask to breathe with!”... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Anaphylaxis and Deadly Asthma Attacks: What You Need to Know...slow-building asthma attack that should be treated quickly include: Prevention is best achieved when you are knowledgeable about your asthma and how it affects... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Useless Facts About My Asthma...I remember one time lying on my side needing to cough. And I would do so in my pillow so as to not bother Mom.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth Surge...Insurance regulations, state licensing laws, and doctor payment rules will need to be updated to reflect how people are actually using and benefiting from... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Losing My Voice to Asthma...Which has an interesting effect on everyone around me. I will try to talk to my husband by whispering, and he will whisper back.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Is it asthma or something else? Medications are not working....First I tried montelukast, worked like charm in the beginning but I eventually had to stop it because of severe side effects ( extreme fatigue and sedation...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
Hyperventilation and Sighing...A study of children with asthma found no effect of hyperventilation on their asthma.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Annoying: My Asthma Adjective...With time, I found self confidence in knowing that I had made it through prior asthma episodes.... By Kat Tynan2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments