The American Lung Association connects patients, families, friends and caregivers to provide support and inspiration as they manage asthma. Here members can share stories, find information and learn from the experience of others.
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I am told that I have asthma. must be mild as no big problem. if I forget my inhaler and the upper muscles tighten up closing my air intake I use the Shiatsu method, tapping my upper chest with a br ... Show more
What Triggers My Asthma?
Learn the most common asthma triggers—from allergens to stress—and get simple tips to reduce flare-ups and protect your breathing every day.
Is It Asthma or Just Allergies?
Learn how to tell the difference between asthma and allergies, why it matters, and what steps to take for better symptom control.
5 Tips for Exercising with Asthma
Exercising with asthma is possible. Learn 5 simple, expert-backed tips to help you stay active while protecting your breathing.
Living with asthma
Asthma is a common respiratory condition affecting about 1 in 13 Americans. In a recent survey of people with asthma, we examined how people treat their condition and how it impacts their daily lives.
One of the hardest parts about living with an invisible illness isn’t just how the outside world treats you — It’s how you start treating yourself. In this community, I’ve seen something heartbre ... Show more
What is the best traveling advice/tip you have ever received?
(NOT ACTUAL JOB LISTING) Job duties include: attending endless appointments, juggling referrals, chasing lab results, and Googling symptoms at 2 AM. Competitive benefits: absolutely none—but ... Show more
Hi all, below is the American Lung Association’s June “Resource Round-up”: Wildfires, flooding, hurricanes and heat waves can create unhealthy air, especially for people with lung disease. Check ... Show more
When we say invisible illness, we’re not just talking about what you can’t see. We’re talking about what gets overlooked. Invisible means being in pain every day and still hearing, “But you don’t l ... Show more
How frequently and effectively are you vacuuming your home to reduce asthma triggers and allergens? You can learn more about how to pick an effective vacuum and best practices on www. lung.org: C ... Show more
Hi all, below is the American Lung Association’s May “Resource Round-up”: The American Lung Association recently launched Asthma Super Stars , a new asthma online storybook for children. It’s a ... Show more
Hi everyone, My daughter has been dealing with asthma for a while, but lately her symptoms have become harder to control. We’ve tried medications, but flare-ups are still frequent. Has anyone been ... Show more
where are the results of the meeting for updated medications for asthma?
