18 Senators Sign Gillibrand-Sheehan “Dear Colleague” Letter Supporting the National Asthma Control Program!
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Blog Post CommentThe location for the Play-In has changed to t he National Mall at 3rd Street NW and Madison Drive NW.
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Blog Post Comment💡: “You Learn More From Failure Than From Success. Don’t Let It Stop You. Failure Builds Character.”
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Blog Post CommentSo, if I fill out the form you send in a request to keep the AFA for me, with my information? No way! I didn't know the AAFA was a liberal site. I thought you were a neutral non-profit. I know more working people now without insurance because of the AFA. I now pay $1323.00 a month in premiums for a family of three. I used to pay half that. I personally hope and pray we find a better plan than the AFA. It's driving costs up and insurance companies out of business. The first year the US HAD...
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Blog Post CommentI'm so angry. This was the one safe place I could go the last seven months to get away from politics and here it is.... inevitable I assume.
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Blog Post CommentHello! I am trying to get in touch with an advocacy group regarding the air quality in some of our entertainment venues in Lake Charles, Louisiana. While there is a smoking ban in much of the state at casinos, bars and restaurants, there is no ban on smoking in our Lake Charles casinos - and there is no reason for that! Considering I have asthma and most of my work social events and meetings take place in the casinos meeting rooms, I struggle breathing for days after those meetings. Can...
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Blog Post Comment❤️Good reminders of some of the common early warning signs before an asthma episode. Some, like these specifically, Hoarse voice or dry mouth Difficulty speaking/talking in full sentences Raised shoulders/slouching are ones I need to pay more attention to since I know for a fact that they are early warning signs for me. Good article and reminder! Thanks AAFA!!
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Blog Post CommentLisa, so glad this helped! How far in advance do these symptoms pop up for you?
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Blog Post Comment❤️That's a very good question Cynthia! So far I have only realized it after the fact. Will have to pay more attention and figure that out.
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Blog Post CommentGoodness...l have been so sooo remiss. I have so sooo many of these signs BEFORE my chest realllly starts to tighten up...and l wait and wait and wait before taking my reliever inhaler! Every....single ....time. I wasn't aware that l was supposed to take my medicine during the warning signs. I keep waiting and hoping they'll go away . No wonder things are getting out of control 😣
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Blog Post CommentWelcome, @Shoshana . We're glad you're here and this blog post makes sense of your Asthma Action Plan .
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Blog Post CommentI have gone to the ER with these symptoms and they put the PulseOx on me and I'm still in the 90s and they say I'm OK. This confuses and concerns me as I'm clearly exhibiting the signs explained above. Thankfully I have my asthma specialist's cell # and I'm able to have him explain to the ER doc that I need prednisone and breathing treatments. I too, usually wait a long time before seeking help, because it's frustrating when I do. Does anyone else experience this? Great article, thank you 😊
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Database Record Comment@ScttLee - That's a great point. Strong odors and fragrances trigger my asthma . These scents can make it difficult for me to breathe, especially in public places. This happened to me a few weeks ago. There was a group wearing strong colognes. I agree with you about asking to be moved, politely. Sometimes I feel bad asking, but it's important to consider my health. Here are some more tips for traveling with asthma and allergies .
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Database Record CommentBecause the air is so dry, when I fly over a couple of hours, I always have a small bottle of nasal saline spray and use it 2-3 times an hour. If I don't, I get bad sinus infections that then causes me breathing issues for several days. If a person has strong perfume or other scent that bothers you, don't hesitate to ask to be moved. But do it politely and be respectful of that person feeling.
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Database Record CommentIf you are allergic to animals, I find I can usually negotiate a seat faaaarrrrr away from the pet and wear a Ffp3 mask for short flights (up to 2 hours). The aircrew needs to be aware of this and not permit the owners to take their pet out of its carry case during the flight to avoid hair/dander/saliva etc.floating around the cabin. For longer/trans-atlantic flights, I have checked with the airline ahead of time, from the day of reservation to the day before the trip, to find out if a pet...
