First Breath-Actuated, Dry-Powder Inhaler Approved for Acute Asthma
The FDA has approved the first breath-actuated dry-powder inhaler for relief of acute asthma. The ProAir® RespiClick by TEVA is now available in pharmacies. The Proair® RespiClick contains albuterol sulfate as an inhalation dry powder rather than a solution like it’s popular Proair® MDI (metered dose …
YOU CAN CONTROL YOUR ASTHMA! WORLD ASTHMA DAY IS TUESDAY MAY 5, 2015. MAY IS ASTHMA AWARENESS MONTH.
Millions of people in the United States have asthma, a chronic lifelong disease that affects the lungs. Asthma can cause wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing. Although asthma cannot be cured, it is possible to manage asthma to reduce and prevent asthma attacks. It’s time …
Taming the Cold: Reclaim the Winter for Children with Asthma
Winter has arrived! That brings 2 challenges to children with asthma. First, they spend more time indoors where allergens and irritants (fireplaces) may trigger their symptoms. Second, the cold dry air outside can trigger asthma, especially while playing or exercising. In this month’s issue of Montana …
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Asthma is expensive in Montana!
I just received the August issue from the Montana Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Bureau. Here they outline the importance of treating and controlling chronic diseases. In this issue the medical and pharmaceutical cost due to selected conditions for 2012 are listed. (Note: if …
Prepare to Go Back to School with Asthma
It is back-to-school time and it is nice to have this easy-to-follow checklist prepared by the American Lung Association for children with asthma. For the list go to: http://www.lung.org/about-us/our-impact/top-stories/prepare-to-go-back-to-school-with-asthma.html I don’t want to give away the details, but, there are 5 main steps and these …
Indoor allergies at school and home: How to prepare!
In this month’s issue of Montana Parent magazine, I focus on preparing for indoor allergy season. Soon the more prominent outdoor allergen exposures like pollen will be waning. In fact, in the U.S. people spend about 90% of their time indoors. As children return to …
Sign Up for Asthma Camp in Montana
Hey Campers, It’s time to sign up for Asthma Camp Huff ‘N Puff in beautiful Montana! When: July 13 to 18, 2014 Who: Children going into 2nd through 9th grade with asthma Where: YMCA Camp Child just west of Helena, MT Why: Many good reasons! …
Asthma drug removes the itch from chronic hives!
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) just approved Xolair (Omalizumab) for the treatment of chronic hives. Xolair is a product of Novartis and Genentech that “binds up and removes” the allergic antibody IgE from the system. This is the FIRST approved treatment for hives since …
Protecting your unborn child! Managing asthma during pregnancy.
In this month’s edition of Montana Parent magazine, I answer those common concerns that the new mom with asthma is likely asking herself (and her doctor)? For the full story go to page 37-38 at this link: http://digital.turn-page.com/i/269599 The questions addressed are: 1. Will asthma …
Even Presidents deal with asthma and allergies!
In Honor of President’s Day, let me share some information on U.S. Presidents (or family members) with asthma or allergies. Allergies and asthma can affect all ages, races, genders and even political parties. Let’s take a look back in history… Malia Obama (President Obama’s daughter) …