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What should families consider in choosing between in-person vs telehealth visits? Telehealth may not always be the best choice with asthma.

The famous quote by the Greek physician Hippocrates says, “Let food be thy medicine, and let medicine be thy food.” We’ve all heard about the benefits of adding immunity boosting foods to our diets. Check out these four immune boosting foods to add to your family’s eating plan. Probiotics Probiotics are living microorganisms that naturally […]

Have you already abandoned your New Year’s resolutions? Given that face, one wonders if it is worth it to make resolutions for our families. Many resolutions center on improving our health – like eating less fast food, losing weight or starting an exercise program. Set your family up for success in the New Year with […]

Hand sanitizers products are made from ethanol (ethyl alcohol). The FDA is warning consumers and health care providers about specific products that have been contaminated with methanol. Methanol can be toxic when absorbed through the skin. Ingestion of methanol can be life-threatening. If you have been exposed to hand sanitizer with possible methanol contamination, and […]

Public health professionals, healthcare providers, and parents around the country were overjoyed when the Federal government banned flavored vaping products in February of this year. One of the most popular brands, Juul, had already pulled its flavored pods off the market in October 2019. With the recent rapid increase in teen vaping, the new ban […]

There has been extensive research on the microbiome of the human digestive system, but not as much study of the typical bacterium present in our upper respiratory system. Your Microbiome – Good and Bad Bacteria Scientists classify bacteria as either beneficial or pathogenic. You may be familiar with beneficial bacteria found in fermented foods like […]

The CDC’s Adverse Childhood Events Study (ACE study) revealed a remarkable connection between traumatic events in childhood and chronic diseases and social and emotional problems in adulthood. High ACE scores may mean significantly higher rates of heart disease, lung cancer, diabetes, depression and risk of suicide. As you would expect, the higher your ACE score, […]

Now that summer has come and gone, the grocery store is filled with Halloween candy displays. Those with asthma know to avoid pollen and pet dander to help prevent asthma attacks. However, do you know that eating excess sugar and dairy can also have an negative effect on asthma? Here’s how sugar and dairy effect […]

An incredible amount of research has gone into childhood asthma in the last few years, leading to deeper understanding of the condition and better care for children with asthma. New technology hopes to help predict a child’s asthma attacks before they occur. A wearable asthma informatics system is under development as part of an initiative […]

It’s that time of year again. A fun summer has come and gone and it’s time to start thinking about back to school. While stocking up on school supplies, don’t forget to prepare your child’s asthma plan for the new school year. The American Lung Association has published a “Back to School with Asthma Checklist” […]

New Generics available for 3 Asthma Medications: Advair Diskus, Ventolin, and Proair Having asthma or any other chronic health condition can be costly. According to a study from the Annals of the American Thoracic Society, people with asthma spend on average around $1,800 a year on prescription medications alone. Until recently, the options for asthma […]

It is hard to imagine that many people still believe that the vapor produced by e-cigarettes is harmless. They believe that the sweet smelling cloud produced by someone vaping nearby is just water vapor. The secondhand vapor from e-cigarettes actually contains many of the same chemicals that are found in traditional ones. These contaminants include […]

Each May we celebrate Asthma and Allergy Awareness month. Additionally, the first Tuesday of May is also designated as World Asthma Day. This year it falls on Tuesday May 7. The theme for this year’s World Asthma Day is ‘Stop for Asthma’. Each year the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) suggests activities to support asthma […]

Many families may already be planning for the upcoming summer. Attending camp is one of many rites of passage for children, and those with asthma shouldn’t have to miss out. We’ve previously shared tips for families of children with asthma on choosing and preparing for summer camp. This year we’d like to highlight a couple of […]

Should you consider using it as part of your Asthma Treatment Plan? Primatene Mist ® was removed from the market back in 2011 due to the propellant used in the inhaler medication. Late last year the FDA approved a new over-the-counter version of the drug, which is now widely available. This new version uses the […]

The winter season is peak time for cold and flu. Getting vaccinated against the flu is always a good idea but remember that germs are sneaky and can lurk in the most unlikely places. Bacteria and viruses are spread by both direct and in-direct contact. A sick person can sneeze or cough near you. You […]

Many of you may think that the springtime is the worst season for allergy sufferers. Everyone has different triggers, so the fall can also be troublesome for those with allergies and asthma. During the fall we enjoy beautiful scenery as the leaves change from green to brilliant shades of red, yellow and orange. As the […]

Are you excited about the North Carolina State Fair?

Kids are now facing a new threat that is taking over high schools and middle schools across the United States – a new type of E-cigarette called Juul. Many parents may lack information on how E-cigarettes are spreading throughout their children’s schools and in their own neighborhoods. Some teens and young adults find the E-cigarette […]

Summer is here! People with asthma should always be prepared for asthma triggers as the weather continues to get hotter. You may experience triggers like coughing and shortness of breath due to the hot weather. Here are some tips for surviving summer asthma flare ups. Tip 1: Exercise smart. People with asthma may be more […]