Special camp for those with asthma

HASTINGS, Neb. (KSNB) - The Centers for Disease Control said 25 million people have asthma and the number is growing.
A respiratory therapist said working in the ER, she saw kids coming in for asthma attacks. That's when she knew she had to do something.
"We're respiratory therapists, so we see the kids come through the er, and when you see kids coming through repeatedly, there's a need in the community for education," said Sheri Trindle, a camp leader.
They're not only educating the children. For one girl, she feels like everyone else for once.
It's just really fun. And since I have asthma and everyone else has asthma, it's relateble, said Jenna Cecrle, a camper at Camp Cool Kids.
And her friend feels the same way.....

Read more here: nbcneb.com

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Asthma Camp provides breath of fresh air

Children ages 6 to 12 participated this week in the 32nd annual Asthma Camp on the campus of Lincoln Elementary School in South Salinas.
On Friday, parents had the opportunity to see their kids in action - jumping over hurdles, tossing rings, climbing through hoops, kicking balls, hopping in a sack and racing to the finish line. The children, all who suffer from mild to severe asthma, were demonstrating that they are in charge of their overall health.
Asthma Camp is a weeklong series of lessons and activities. This year, 37 campers learned about their condition, what triggers their asthma, the importance of the medicines they take and how asthma affects their entire bodies.....

Read more here: thecalifornian.com

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Moulds and fungi
Mould spores can trigger asthma symptoms, here’s what to do about it.

Moulds and fungi are common and often quite small, but research shows they can have a big impact on your asthma symptoms.
If you notice your asthma symptoms increase when you’re in a building which has mould, it might be that you’re allergic to it. Or, more specifically, to the ‘seeds’ called spores that moulds and other fungi release into the air. If that’s the case, it’s important you do all you can to look after your asthma and get rid of any mould.....

Read more here: asthma.org.uk