Announcements: World Asthma Day — May 5, 2015

May 5, 2015, marks the 17th annual observance of World Asthma Day and the kickoff to Asthma Awareness Month. Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in the United States. One in 14 Americans lives with asthma,* experiencing repeated episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing.....

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5 ways to control asthma

May is Asthma Awareness Month. The American Lung Association is taking part by empowering the nearly 25 million people living in the United States who suffer from asthma to learn how to move beyond just coping with symptoms to taking active control of the disease.....

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Living with Asthma

Living day to day with well controlled asthma means life as normal with a little extra thought and planning. Many asthma triggers are common things that may be around the home, so people often ask what they can change at home, or what products might help their asthma. For others it’s plants and pollens that cause them difficulties with asthma or allergies – if that’s you, read about asthma and allergy friendly gardens. If you find your asthma is worse at work then there are some tips for your consideration. If you travel with work or plan a holiday, there are a few simple suggestions to help you make the most out of your trip.....

Read more here: betterbreathing.com.au