Resources
Asthma & Active Living
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Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) – aafa.org
Comprehensive resources on asthma education, support, and advocacy.
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Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) – ginasthma.org
Evidence-based guidelines for asthma management worldwide.
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KidsHealth: Exercising with Asthma - kidshealth.org
Tips for children and teens on managing asthma during physical activity.
Gear & Accessories
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American Lung Association – Using a Metered-Dose Inhaler with a Spacer – lung.org
Step-by-step instructions and a video for proper inhaler technique with a spacer.
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Carabie – carabie.com
Educational plush toys and storybooks for children with asthma and other conditions; empowers kids and donates 3% of proceeds to health education initiatives.
Podcasts & Education
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Beyond the Wheeze Podcast – Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube
Hosted by asthma advocate Josh Rheaume; interviews with healthcare professionals and patients on asthma management and advocacy.
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Choose to Breathe with Mia Fritsch-Anderson – Instagram, TikTok
Advocacy platform educating youth about asthma and reducing stigma around inhaler use.
Learning & Support
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Asthma Support Communities – AAFA Support Groups
Online and local communities for patients, families, and caregivers.
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National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute: Asthma
Educational articles on asthma management, treatment options, and research updates.
Lifestyle & Community
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Tips for Running with Your Dog – VCA Hospitals
Guidelines for safely running with your dog, including starting with low-impact activities, choosing appropriate paths, and using proper gear.
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PetDentify – petdentify.com
Provides NFC-enabled pet identification tags that, when scanned, display the pet owner's telephone number so a finder can call immediately. No app is required for the finder to make the call.