COVID-19 Updates, July 16: Updates on People at Risk, Testing, Reopening, and a Vaccine...Viral testing for COVID-19 can either be recommended or prescribed by a doctor, or self-elected.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Asthma Triggers: The Respiratory Virus (Cold and flu)...One study showed respiratory viral infections were responsible for a whopping 85% of asthma attacks.... By John Bottrell, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Applying for Disability Benefits...There are 4 appeals levels: You can ask for an appeal online, at your local Social Security office, or by calling the SSA’s toll-free number at... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
What is Caregiver Burnout?...Whatever that looks like for you. I look for funny memes on social media, watch cat videos, meditate, and do yoga (badly, but I still do yoga.)... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can You Die From an Asthma Attack?...Years ago, my minivan could practically drive itself to my local ER – even in the middle of the night. However, now our hospital has been rebuilt.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Finding a Support Person for Doctor Appointments...The person assigned to you may be called a social worker, case manager, or patient navigator.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
"Oh, It's A Virus."...You may have also heard as the common cold being referred to as acute viral nasopharyngitis, viral rhinitis, rhinopharyngititis, acute corzya, head cold... By Dia SWS2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
FDA Approves First Generic of Proventil HFA, A Commonly Used Albuterol Inhaler...This is often an easier process for drugs that come in oral tablet forms or other simple doses.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Asthma Wins...If I do not need daily oral corticosteroids that would be the pinnacle of success for me.... By Dia SWS2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Ask the Advocates: Environmental Factors That Affect Asthma...The pollen counts here can be quite high when the crops are growing in local farmland.... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?...The Social Health Network will email you with opportunities that may be a good fit for you.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
More and More Wheezers and Sneezers!...My advice is always to check in with their doctor or local chemist.... By Peter Bunting2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Here’s How Asthma Has Benefitted Me...Just prior to the launch of this website, Health Union conducted an online survey of about 500 individuals with asthma with the primary goal of understanding... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The September Asthma Epidemic...And then they would need oral steroids. When that still was not enough and they were struggling to breathe, we would end up in the emergency room.... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Services You Can Get Through Telehealth...Local doctors may share images with out-of-state specialists to diagnose people faster.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Links Between Dehydration And Asthma...It diverts water away from non-vital areas of your body, like your skin. It diverts water towards your vital organs, like your lungs.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Community Shares: Dealing With Viral Respiratory Infections...When it comes to viral respiratory infections, there’s no shortage of germs out there – from the common cold, to the flu, to RSV, to COVID-19.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When a Follow-Up Appointment Leaves You Feeling Unsure...I feel like waiting rooms, make social interactions even more awkward at times.... By Dia SWS3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Aren't You Better Yet?...Luckily, I qualified for an anti-viral and an oral steroid. I take a daily controller inhaler and have a big box of albuterol vials for my... By Andrea M. Jensen CHES AE-C3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Why Is Pollen An Asthma Trigger?...You can check your local pollen count here by typing in your zip code, and this tool even tells you what plant or tree is releasing pollen.... By Ashlen Wilder3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments