According to a new study, Latino people with asthma had higher rates of uncontrolled asthma after having COVID-19 . They also had asthma symptoms for a longer time after the illness. Experts looked at 174 adult Latino people with asthma who had COVID-19. The study found that they were 4.6 times more likely to have asthma flares after COVID-19 than Black people. They were 2.9 times more likely to have asthma flares than white people. The study also showed that Latino people had asthma...

The COVID-19 vaccine is an important part of reducing the spread of the coronavirus, ending the pandemic, and protecting ourselves and other people. It can reduce your chance of severe COVID-19, hospital stays, and death.

Nasal polyps are small, non-cancerous growths on the lining of the inside of your nose or sinus cavities. Some people who have asthma, allergic rhinitis , or chronic sinusitis may also have nasal polyps. Are you impacted by nasal polyps? If you or someone you care for has nasal polyps, you’ll want to know how to work with a doctor to find an effective treatment. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) joined with PlatformQ Health and MedLive for another educational program,...

Updated 10/14: The coronavirus that causes COVID-19 is still highly active through the U.S. Read the current recommendations for people with asthma including symptoms, wearing masks, and guidelines if you're fully vaccinated.

Approximately 5% of adults in the U.S. are living with chronic cough, a cough that lasts longer than 8 weeks. People with the condition commonly cough in “bouts” they cannot control, and usually feel a strong urge to cough before a coughing bout starts.