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 Natural remedies for asthma
Asthma medicine is the foundation of an asthma treatment plan, as well as your asthma action plan. But some people like to supplement the medicine they take with more "natural" methods of asthma contr..
 Tips for talking with your doctor
One of the best ways to manage asthma is to take an active role. You are a valuable member of your asthma care team. Here are some tips for talking with your doctor about your asthma symptoms and mana..
 Top 6 asthma risk factors
14 million adults and 6 million children in the US alone suffer from asthma. Wondering if asthma might be in your future or your child’s future?
Risk factors are certain personal traits or events t..
 I hate asthma
I hate asthma.
My son hates asthma.
I know this because he told me this recently while he was telling me how much he hates dealing with glasses and contacts. It was an interesting moment because..
 Learning to inhale
Two months ago, I posted an article called, “Timely Medications,” (Aug 27) that talked about the need to take your medications consistently and tips to help achieve that. Here, finally, is the sequel..
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 Top 3 asthma triggers
This overview of possible asthma triggers will help you figure out what might be setting off your asthma symptoms. Knowing what triggers your symptoms is the first step to preventing asthma attacks.
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 Asthma lungs and healthy lungs
What is the Difference?
In people with asthma, the airways are extra-sensitive and they sometimes overreact to substances or events that others find harmless.
This sensitivity kicks off a series o..
 Asthma and pneumonia
This month, I’d like to share my experience with asthma and pneumonia. As you read the following story, keep in mind one important message: No one knows your body (or your child’s) better than you do;..
 Asthma, anthrax and flu shots
I don’t know about you, but right now these three topics are on the top of my worry list. As the parent of a child with asthma, I grow concerned about Matt getting the flu and rushing him to the hospi..
 Breathing easy through the holidays - for asthmatics
It’s the second week in December and the holiday season is in full swing. Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and the New Year. We are all caught up in shopping, decorating, entertaining and traveling. Throw..
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