My Asthma Experience and the P.L.A.I.N Project...#ActsAgainstAsthma Mrs. Amaka Chiwuike-Uba died of asthma exacerbation on July 4, 2016 and a non-governmental organization (Amaka Chiwuike-Uba Foundation) was founded in...reactions2comments
Take a Deep Breath: Meditation...For a variety of emotional, spiritual, and other reasons I've recently taken up a meditation practice. I've been doing an introductory mindfulness...reactionscomments
The Adventure of Starting a New Treatment Plan for Asthma...Severe asthma treatment can be absolutely frustrating at times. Recently, I have needed to make an adjustment in my treatment, as my...reactionscomments
Anaphylaxis and Deadly Asthma Attacks: What You Need to Know...If you have asthma, it's important to recognize that it could kill you. This is true whether you have mild intermittent asthma...reactionscomments
"Half of This, Half of That"...“The work of being a patient can be a fulfilling part of a person’s life. There are the small triumphs of figuring...reactionscomments
What is Sensitization?...Previously I explained how asthma is the result of an abnormal immune response. In this post, I aim to delve a little...reactionscomments
Common Asthma Triggers: Allergens...If you have asthma, an asthma attack can happen can occur for various reasons. This is one reason it is so important...reactionscomments
Are You At Risk For An Asthma Attack?...When you have asthma, chances are good that sooner or later you will experience an asthma attack. If you've had one, you...reactionscomments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical and Mental Health...There is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to...reactionscomments
Differences Between an Asthma and COPD Diagnosis...COPD and asthma are both obstructive lung diseases. Classic symptoms of both are shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. The path...reactionscomments
Perspective...If you would’ve asked me two years ago if my asthma impacted my life, I would’ve said no. Simple exercise-induced asthma, I...reactions1comment
What Are Mediators Of Inflammation? Part 1...Asthma is an "Abnormal Immune Response." Your immune cells recognize one of your asthma triggers and immediately releases chemicals. Many of the...reactions2comments
Asthma-Friendly Gardening...Summer is officially here, even though it is still pretty cool here in northern California. I’m enjoying one of my favorite places...reactions6comments
Asthma began after moving to a polluted area...My husband and I moved to an area in Southern Spain a couple of years ago, which, while very beautiful and in...reactions8comments
Shared Decision Making in Asthma Management...Have you had a trip to the Emergency Room for your asthma and had to make a decision? Maybe you were presented...reactionscomments
Asthma-Friendly Kitchen: Healthy Breakfast...One of the best ways to prepare for a busy day of work or play is to eat a healthy breakfast, one...reactions3comments
What If I Never Had Asthma? What Would My Life Be Like? ...“If you had one wish, would you wish you never had asthma?” I have been asked this question, or some version of...reactions1comment
How Doctors Dismiss Overweight Patients...If you go to the doctor for a health issue or concern, or because you are in pain, you would expect a...reactions1comment
Ask the Advocates: What Does an Asthma Attack Feel Like?...Some people describe an asthma attack as the feeling of an elephant sitting on their chest. Others say it feels like a...reactions8comments
Are You Listening?...Are you listening? The question that I have wanted to ask my doctor on a couple of occasions. This question can be...reactions2comments
