by Alison Garcia | Feb 15, 2021 | Asthma, Education, Managing Lung Disease, Programs & Services, The Lungs
What Is The Best Pillow For Sleep Apnea? What does your bedtime routine look or feel like? Some of us have special blankets, pillows, fans or even a pet or two that make us feel cozy in bed. All these items provide our optimal level of comfort so we can have the...
by Carla Conrad | Feb 10, 2021 | Asthma, Education, Managing Lung Disease, Programs & Services, The Lungs
Kicking The Habit In 2021 As we start every “new year” we often have high expectations for a “new me”. In these moments we focus on long term goals when maybe the focus should turn to short term goals and lots of planning. Smoking cessation is hard work and beyond...
by Jeannie Simms | Feb 9, 2021 | Asthma, Education, Managing Lung Disease, Programs & Services, The Lungs
School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act, H.R. 2468 School-Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act, H.R. 2468 has become law and will open the doors to better allergy and asthma support in the school setting. Caregivers and children who deal...
by Jeannie Simms | 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 | 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 | 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...
