My First Urgent Care Visit for Asthma(-ish)...Figuring out when to seek professional assistance is one of those conundrums of chronic illnesses like asthma. After increasing shortness of breath...reactions7comments
"What's Your Personal Best on Your Peak Flow? Hmmm?"..."What's your personal best on your peak flow? Hmmm?" This was the start of a conversation I overheard between my older son...reactions17comments
The Emotional Asthma Mask...Let’s talk about masks. Not the literal kind, although I am a huge advocate for every asthmatic carrying a face mask with...reactions17comments
Postnasal Drip and Asthma...As I write this article, the pollen count outside is at a high. Spring is now in full swing, and if you...reactions14comments
Asthma Took Away My Childhood...I've had asthma since I was born. Severe, persistent asthma that flared up at anything and everything, but especially during exercise. It...reactions3comments
First Asthma Camp...My son was 7 years old and an active asthmatic. I dropped him off for his first 7-day asthma camp. I gave...reactions1comment
My Allergy-Proof House...When I turned 30, I felt depressed. I was sad that my 20's were over. I felt old. When I turned 50...reactions10comments
The (Virtual) Doctor Is In! Sharing Telehealth Experiences...As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telehealth is being used by more and more people. Telehealth is also sometimes called telemedicine or virtual...reactions1comment
Asthma Program for Californians...Hey everyone I just wanted to let you all know that there is a free Telehealth program in California. There are also...reactions1reply
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth Surge...The technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United...reactionscomments
Asthma to Allergic Asthma...I have had wheezing for a very long time. A wrongly prescribed drug that contained beta blockers made my wheezing turn into...reactions1comment
5 Years Old...I had asthma since I was 5 years old. They found out because I stopped breathing....reactions1comment
Living with Severe Persistent Asthma...I have always had asthma... for as long as I can remember I have fought this disease. However, it was a disease...reactions4comments
A Mid-Life Surprise...At the age of 46, I had my usual early spring allergy issues arise. Despite using nasal sprays, OTC meds, and avoiding...reactions1comment
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
Campfire Survivor...I had never had asthma until I was in California's most devastating fire. The campfire was one of the most intense things...reactions1comment
Our Journey...My 6-year-old daughter and I both have asthma. She has had several surgeries to open her airway. She is on three meds...reactions1comment
Asthma in 1952...I started my asthma journey in 1952 at age 4 living with 2 parents that smoked heavily. At age 71, I have...reactions1comment
Life with Asthma...I was diagnosed with asthma when I was 2 years old following an asthma attack after a hernia repair. I've dealt with...reactions1comment
