Tearing Out Carpet (Again....)...That’s fine if you see that outside when you sweep the porch, but that is not okay inside.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Exercise Anxiety...She was telling me how she had pretty bad asthma when she was younger.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Inhaler Float Test?!...Some are on the top of the canister, some are on the back. The trick is to make sure that you remember to look at the counter... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Remembering to Take Medications...I am by no means a perfect medication taker. In fact, I struggle most with taking my maintenance inhaler.... By Christy Amos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
As The Seasons Change...This is a good thing to always keep in mind regardless of the time of year. Make a conscious effort to find a way out if you might... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Understanding Air Quality: What is PM10?...At a minimum, go there to read about real-life examples of the particle sizes we’re discussing because it’s fun, then come back here.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Is This Scented?!...The off-putting fragrance inside! It smelled like someone had just doused the car interior with some type of artificial cherry and strawberry spray.... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Keeping Your Asthma Medical Records Organized...You can store them digitally, in a file folder, or inside a 3-ring binder. Whatever way you store them, make sure they are in a safe... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Links Between Asthma and Headache...Chlorine from pools does the same thing, only you don’t have to dunk your head to suffer from it’s effects. I still take my kids to pools... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
I Just Faxed My Doctor's Office, Because It's The 80's...Get a nice pharmacy woman on the phone. Explain my deal to her. She tells me she’ll fax in the prescription. Perfect.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Pain Relievers And Asthma: 8 Things To Know...Tylenol mostly affects glutathione levels in the liver, although it has also been shown to lower glutathione levels in the lungs.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Long term side effects from treatment...My mother was told that two long term effects would be 1.) breaking bones very easily-I have broken both wrists twice, most if not all bones in my right...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCoping
How Did Hippocrates Diagnose Asthma?...Back then, these remedies didn't give you much relief. But, they did give you hope, which might calm you down.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Six specialists and no answer yet!...I was put on 2 rounds of Prednisone and that helped, but the side effects are not pleasant, but because it did help that tells me that...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSevere AsthmaDiagnosisFlare-Ups
Differences in Asthma Care Between the US and UK...While some things like treatments and hospital stays are a staple on both sides of the ocean, there were some significant differences that really stood... By Christy Amos3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
“It’s just a prototype”: When my asthma app dreams came true, and then died seconds later...And then it did not exist.... By Kerri MacKay2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Have Asthma, So What Is My COVID-19 Risk?...Practicing good infection prevention, like handwashing, physical distancing, eating well, and staying active are still some of the best ways to prevent... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Does Asthma Increase Your Sense of Smell? ...But she didn't. And I had an asthma attack. From this experience, she learned to trust me.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments37 comments
Should People With Lung Disease Avoid Weighted Blankets?...Just like everything, it’s not one-size-fits-all.... By Kerri MacKay3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
The Parallels of Severe Asthma and (Apparently) Chronic Pain...when I might expect to have pain.... By Kerri MacKay4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
