Do you have asthma, or are not sure if you have asthma? Are you noticing asthma symptoms in your child, or not sure what to look for? Then this episode is for you!
Join us for today's conversation where we hear from Dr. Jamie Wooldridge, Professor of Pediatric Pulmonology at the University of Rochester Medical Center, Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Wooldridge has worked with the Lung Association to implement Project BREATHE throughout Erie County in conjunction with the Asthma Coalition of Erie, Monroe and Niagara Counties.
Asthma is one of the most common respiratory illnesses affecting over 26 million people annually, 6.1 million of those being children. Asthma results in millions of lost days of school and work, and is the third leading cause of hospitalization among children. Today you'll learn some more of the symptoms, the difference between controlled and uncontrolled asthma, asthma exacerbation triggers, emergency care for asthma and medications.
Visit our website to find more information on asthma symptoms & risk factors, managing your asthma, asthma medications and treatments, and more. You can also find our Asthma Basics program - a learning module designed for healthcare professionals, school nurses, individuals with asthma, parents, coaches, teachers and friends to recognize triggers, understand an asthma action plan and recognize and respond to a breathing emergency.
