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‘Asthma Mom’ Video Blog: Asthma Action Plans

News, Asthma, Patient Stories

Published: March 23, 2017

Revised: May 22nd, 2025

Stephanie Lowe explains how Asthma Action Plans work and how to fill them out appropriately with your doctor. Asthma Action Plans help patients and parents understand how to recognize, treat and prevent symptoms.

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