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Asthma
Asthma
Pennsylvania’s 1.5 million asthma sufferers can learn how to cope with the disease in this health highlight from the
Pennsylvania Medical Society
. It offers advice for dealing with childhood asthma and tips for developing a plan to manage your symptoms, as well as links to asthma resources in the commonwealth and beyond.
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Children with Severe Asthma Breathing Easier
Children with severe asthma lead healthier lives today than they did a decade ago, thanks to improved treatment and earlier diagnosis.
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Common Asthma Triggers and How to Avoid Them
Asthma triggers are different for everyone, but here's a list of some of the most common.
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Winter Asthma Plan Is Important
A lot of time indoors in the winter poses challenges to asthmatics.
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PAMED Offers Summertime Guidance for Asthma Sufferers
The Pennsylvania Medical Society offers state-specific online resources to help asthma patients cope with the commonwealth’s allergen-rich environment.
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A Patient Story: Asthma
A physician member offers advice on managing asthma symptoms and staying active.
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Diary Helps Children Cope with Asthma
This diary from the Pennsylvania Medical Society can help children with asthma communicate with their physicians and manage the disease.
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Asthma Action Plan Can Help You Be Prepared
Use this plan to create a personal strategy for dealing with asthma.
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Related Links: Asthma
These websites and resources provide additional information for understanding and coping with asthma.
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