by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Aug 19, 2019 | Asthma, Managing Lung Disease
The time has come and kids are heading back to school. At the top of your list of “must dos,” should be how to prepare for another successful school year supporting the management of your child’s asthma with anyone who interacts with him or her. Who is on that list?...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Jun 25, 2019 | Asthma, Managing Lung Disease, Smoking Cessation
It is widely believed that vaping is “safer” than smoking cigarettes, but that doesn’t mean that it is safe. E-cigarette aerosol contains harmful substances that could include nicotine, heavy metals like lead, volatile organic compounds, and cancer-causing agents....
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | Jun 20, 2019 | Asthma, Managing Lung Disease
Asthma is characterized by airflow obstruction, increased mucus production, and increased inflammation in the airways. If you’ve ever experienced an asthma attack you know the feeling of struggling to catch your breath and coughing up mucus. But what about...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | May 7, 2019 | Asthma, Managing Lung Disease
Join Breathe Pennsylvania as we celebrate World Asthma Day on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. This annual event was originally organized in 1998 by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) supported by USA based National Heart, Lung, Blood Institute (NHLBI) and the World Asthma...
by Jeannie Simms BA, AE-C | May 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
Jessica Schuman, RN, BSN, AE-C, started work with Breathe Pennsylvania in 2014. Her dedication to her work as both a nurse and certified asthma educator with Breathe Pennsylvania has been extraordinary. Jessica is the Director of Asthma Education and Programs for...
