Ragweed Pollen.. An Asthma Trigger?...What are your asthma symptoms like in the fall? Do you find yourself reacting to ragweed pollen in the fall? How do...reactions15replies
Asthma and Wildfire Smoke...For people caring for children with asthma or managing asthma themselves, the summer season presents a unique set of challenges, among them...reactionsrepliesTriggers
Is Charcoal Grilling Bad for People With Asthma?...It’s summer! Many people look forward to warmer weather, longer days, and sunshine. I, however, do not enjoy summer; the heat and...reactions10comments
Has anyone else here tried the Mediterranean diet to improve your overall health regarding asthma?...I have been reading about improved oxygen metabolization. From what I understand, without consuming the carbs and sugar, your body requires less...reactionsreplies
New Research May Aid in Future Grass Pollen Forecasts for Allergic Asthma Sufferers...Do you have grass pollen allergies? I sure do, and this past month has been pure misery for me. Most of my...reactions2comments
Not smart enough...Back in 2010, I would be short of breath. My heart would beat so hard just from a short walk to work...reactions7comments
Do Air Conditioners Improve Asthma Control?...Air conditioners are great for those hot summer days. They keep the air cool, refreshing, and comfortable. There’s also evidence they may...reactions11comments
Is Drinking Coffee Good or Bad for Asthma?...As we wake in the morning, one of the first things we streamline to in the morning is coffee. That invigorating elixir...reactions7comments
How Does A Nebulizer Work? ...So, I’m in an airplane. Somehow I usually wind up sitting above the wing. As we’re taking off, I’m looking at the...reactionscomments
Frequently Asked Questions About Severe Asthma...If you have severe asthma, then you know how challenging it can be to maintain and control. That's why it's so important...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 in Animals: Yep, They Can Get Asthma, Too...I’ve long wanted to write an article called Did Dinosaurs Have Asthma? However, I think we probably don’t know enough about lung...reactions7comments
What Are Hyperactive Airways (Twitchy Airways)? ...Asthmatics have hyperactive airways. A neat way of describing this is to say that they have “twitchy airways.” So, what is this...reactions4comments
Tips for Teaching Your Child Proper Inhaler Technique...Asthma inhalers are one of the most effective tools for achieving and maintaining steady asthma control. The medicine they deliver is important...reactions3comments
Literal Hay Allergy: Digging for Details!...Recently, the five-year-old son in the family I work with went on his first field trip. He had a great time at...reactions13comments
My Road to Asthma...Now that I look back at my childhood, I believe that's where damage began. My father was a chain smoker; I can't...reactions3comments
Is This My Inhaler or Yours?...With a family of 5 with allergies and asthma, we have a lot of allergy and asthma medicines in our house. As...reactions3comments
Breathing is Exhausting!...Breathing is a passive movement. It is an action that our brain triggers our body to do without us consciously thinking about...reactions8comments
A Doctor in Your Pocket: Accessible APPropriate Care?...Have you seen ads online for mobile apps or online based doctors? They’ve been available in Canada since about 2015, but being...reactions6comments
Mucus Flood...I was diagnosed in my early 20's with asthma. For many years, I dealt with it. Increase and decrease medicine as needed...reactions12comments
