Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways and makes breathing difficult. Putting an asthma action plan in place can be an effective way to manage this condition. An individual can work ...

Q: Our pediatrician said we should have an asthma action plan for our son. How do we do that? A: An asthma action plan is designed to help families manage a child’s asthma. The goal is to avert asthma ...

Asthma is a chronic disease that affects the lungs. In response to allergens, irritants or other stressors, the airways of those with asthma narrow, swell and produce extra mucus, making breathing ...

Trying to relieve symptoms when a child is wheezing and gasping for air can be stressful. Having a written plan on what to do and when to do it reduces panic and helps make your response to an asthma ...

Nearly 26 million people in the United States have asthma. That’s about 1 in 13 people. Rates are highest in the Black, Hispanic, and American Indian/Alaska Native populations. Asthma affects 4.8 ...

FARGO - In the first few weeks of school, students all over the area will do their best to remember important things - exam dates, homework due dates, even when the next school break is. But thousands ...

FARGO — As it gets colder outside, local doctors are urging people with asthma to have a plan. Essentia Health's Dr. Dan Dalan, an allergy and immunology specialist, says asthma attacks are more ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — As Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month kicks off in May, the Richmond and Henrico Health Districts are urging residents to talk to their doctor if they have asthma in order to ...

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Q: Our pediatrician said we should have an asthma action plan for our son. How do we do that? A: An asthma action plan is designed to help families manage a child's asthma. The goal is to avert asthma ...

Asthma is the leading chronic disease in kids, affecting about 4.5 million children under 18. We're talking with Courtney Stewart of the "Indiana Joint Asthma Coalition" on creating an action plan.