Asthma

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    Conference for Asthma Research and Education – Aug. 24

    Join us in Chicago on August 24th at the Conference for Asthma Research and Education (CARE) to learn about the latest in asthma research…

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    Air Fresheners and Asthma

    Learn about air fresheners, whether or not they can trigger allergy or asthma symptoms, and if it is safe to use them if you…

  • A person wearing a gray top is clutching their chest, seemingly in discomfort or experiencing difficulty breathing, possibly due to anaphylaxis. Their face is partly visible, and their posture suggests concern.

    The Asthma-Food Allergy Connection

    Asthma and food allergy symptoms often overlap. Here is what you need to know.

  • A woman in a purple sweater holds medication and a prescription while standing in a pharmacy. A pharmacist in a white coat is working in the background, surrounded by shelves with various health products.

    A Prescription for Success

    How to ensure you get the allergy and asthma medication you need – when you need it

  • A man in a white lab coat plays a blue electric bass guitar and sings into a microphone. He is seated in front of a backdrop with logos from The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

    Meet the Asthma Blues Man With a Plan

    Al Keith is known as the “Asthma Blues” man for his musical asthma management learning tool.

  • A person with a backpack stands against a light blue background, sneezing or blowing their nose into a tissue. They are wearing a green jacket over a white t-shirt and have an expression of discomfort.

    Keeping Sneezes from Becoming Wheezes

    People with asthma have sensitive airways already compromised by underlying inflammation, primed and ready to react to irritants.

  • A person holds their open hands out with a glowing, translucent 3D model of human lungs hovering above them. The lung model is detailed with branching structures, set against a blurred background.

    Allergy & Asthma Network and Severe Asthma Foundation Come Together to Raise Awareness of Severe Asthma

    The Allergy & Asthma Network and Severe Asthma Foundation announce a merger to greater benefit those with severe asthma.

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    Ask the Allergist: Does Chronic Asthma Lead to COPD?

    Dr. Bradley Chips answers the Astk the Allergist question: does chronic asthma lead to COPD? What is ACO – Asthma-COPD Overlap Syndrome?

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    FDA Decision to OK Primatene Mist Endangers Asthma Patients

    The Network joins other advocacy organizations to express concern over the FDA’s approval of Primatene Mist(R) as treatment for mild, intermittent asthma.

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    Statement on FDA Decision to Approve OTC Primatene Mist

    The Network makes its own statement of concern regarding the FDA approval of Primatine Mist(R) as an over-the-counter treatment for asthma.

  • A group of four young athletes in blue and white uniforms engage in a basketball drill in a gymnasium, with a coach observing in the background. Two players are lunging toward basketballs on the floor.

    Students Explain Asthma and Triggers

    Listen to students of the Beasley School as they discuss what’s happening to a fellow student during an asthma flare in this video.

  • A doctor in a white coat is speaking with an older woman, both holding tablets. The image is overlaid with the words "Ask the Allergist.

    Ask the Allergist: Anaphylaxis or Asthma Flare?

    Dr. Todd Mahr answers the Ask the Allergist question: How can people with food allergies know the difference between anaphylaxis and an asthma attack?

All About

Asthma

Asthma is a condition that affects about 25 million Americans, including 7.7% of adults and 8.5% of children. Asthma used to carry a stigma about how active someone with the condition could be, but people with asthma can live an active life as long as they are aware of their symptoms and environmental triggers, and know how to manage their medications. Pollen, mold, air pollution, pet dander and indoor pests such as dust mites are common symptom triggers for asthma. Severe weather emergencies impact people with asthma as they need to consider their medication in case of evacuation. Environmental disasters such as wildfires can wreak havoc on asthma since smoke particles cause air quality to worsen. People with asthma should monitor air quality and be sure to include stress management, healthy diet and exercise in their daily lives. People with asthma can control their symptoms and keep themselves safe by following their Asthma Action Plan created in partnership with their doctor. Quick-relief asthma inhalers can help relieve symptoms that occur at any time, while maintenance medications control symptoms daily. Biologic medications are increasingly used to address severe asthma. Getting the flu shot every year and practicing good hygiene, especially when around large groups during cold and flu season, is always a good idea. Eating healthy and getting moderate exercise, as well as practicing stress-relieving activities like yoga and meditation, can also help protect people with asthma. Keeping an emergency kit that includes extra asthma medication and devices, copies of medical records and prescription refill information, respirator masks, a list of contacts and a medication plan in preparation for speaking with doctors or other healthcare providers is also useful. Allergy & Asthma Network hosts the USAsthma Summit every year to raise understanding about the chronic condition among community health workers and representatives from asthma programs from all over the country. They discuss strategies, guidelines and programs for asthma management as well as the latest clinical lessons and practices.