Your child's asthma flare doesn't wait for the nurse. It can happen on the field during PE or with a substitute who's never met them. An asthma action plan uses a green-yellow-red system so any adult can act fast. Dr. Atoosa breaks down what belongs in each zone and who at school needs a copy before the first flare hits.
Read MoreMost asthma patients know their winter triggers. Summer is a different story. In Texas, it's a particularly demanding one. Ground-level ozone, Bermuda grass pollen, extreme heat, pool chemicals, and even travel-related sleep disruption can all push well-controlled asthma into a flare. This guide covers what's driving your symptoms and how you can plan ahead.
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