Each year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) declares May to be "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month." It's a peak season for those with asthma and allergies, and a perfect time to educate yourself, family, friends, co-workers and others about these diseases.
There is no cure for asthma and allergies, and many deaths are preventable with proper treatment and care. Ten people a day die from asthma. Asthma affects more than 24.5 million Americans. More than 6 million children under the age of 18 have asthma. More than 50 million Americans have all types of allergies – pollen, skin, latex and more. The rate of allergies is climbing.
Is it Asthma? Download the guide.
- A good YouTube video for older children & Teens that explains How Does Asthma Work.
What are the Types of Allergies?
- How to use the New Qvar RediHaler for age 4 years & older
- Printed Instructions on using Qvar RediHaler
Asthma spacers or holding chambers:
Monaghan Aerochamber Plus Z STAT Anti-Static Valved Holding Chamber With Flowsignal Whistle
Iggy & his inhaler friends on YouTube teach kids all about asthma.
This Quest for the Code YouTube Video teaches children all about asthma.
What is an Asthma Action Plan?
Online Version: The Asthma Control Test for Age 12 and older.
Print Version: The Asthma Control Test for Age 12 and older.
Online Version: The Asthma Control Test for Ages 4 through 11 years old.
Print Version: Childhood Asthma Control Test for children 4 to 11 years Know your score.