Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?...Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous...reactionscomments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ Community...Editor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check...reactionscomments
Exercise Immunology ...As an exercise science nerd, I am very excited about the field of exercise immunology. You may be asking yourself what exercise immunology...reactionscomments
Have You Experienced Asthma While On Vacation? I Have!...As a kid, I had some harrowing asthma experiences during vacations. I can remember at least five times mom and dad had...reactions5comments
1984: The Best Year Of My Life...I watched the movie Wonder Woman 1984 with a friend. After watching it, my friend and I discussed it. I said it...reactions1comment
Having a Breathing Condition Can Knock One’s Confidence...I always find it incredible when people I meet can tell I have asthma. Quite naturally, I always think that when I...reactionscomments
What Does Self-Care Look Like to Our Community Members?...Everyone deserves time and space to take care of themselves. Self-care is important, especially for those living with chronic conditions such as...reactionscomments
When They Don't Know What They Don't Know...I've had asthma intermittently my whole adult life. I'm now a 71-year-old fluffy grandma. I've had times when it was manageable with...reactionscomments
Talking Candidly with My Pulmonologist About My Mental Health...Mental health is a topic that has gotten a lot of attention over the last few years. Many celebrities have disclosed their...reactions1comment
Self-Care Does Not Mean Selfish...There is a new buzzword I keep hearing – "self-care." When my doctor wants me to focus more energy on preventing illness...reactionscomments
Forward Planning and Anticipation for the Warmer Season...My asthma has not been great for ages, and I really need to book an appointment to see my doctor. We have...reactions1comment
Shhhh! Don’t Tell Anyone I Have Cats!...Four years ago I bought a new home. I made sure the home I purchased was asthma- and allergy-proof. It has all-wood...reactions3comments
All the Allergy Tests: For Asthma and Beyond...Back in September, my asthma specialist and I decided it was time to do allergy tests again. It had been 10 or...reactionscomments
We need to Discuss Bronchial Spasms...I have had asthma since 2008. I got it because I did something really stupid: I tried to peel 20-year-old wallpaper from...reactionscomments
Have I Got Eosinophilic Asthma?...I have always considered myself a chronic asthmatic. My lungs have been under strain since I was a baby. I grew up...reactions4comments
Why Didn't I Say Something?...Has anyone else ever had a tough time with a different doctor? I hope you have a great doctor who knows your...reactions6comments
Frozen Treats Trigger Asthma Attacks?...Recently, I was battling COVID. Yep, it finally got this germaphobe after 2½ years. I had a fever and could feel the...reactions19comments
How Does One "Get" Asthma?...Have you ever been diagnosed with something and wondered: "How did I get that?!" For acute illnesses (those of short duration), the culprit...reactions3comments
How Does Dust Affect Asthma?...Yesterday was a beautiful, warm Saturday. But weirdly warm. In fact – it was 82 degrees! In mid-October! I live near the...reactions10comments
Collapsed Lung From Asthma...I feel like you can never know everything there is to know about asthma. For instance, did you know that you can...reactions4comments
