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Sloane Miller

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author & psychotherapist

Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season: Is it Possible?

Let me start by saying that I am not a germ-aphobe.   Not really.   Let's say, I'm germ conscious. As anyone with asthma knows, we're vulnerable. As someone with asthma, a cold can easily spiral into a nasty bronchitis, so I'm extra careful during cold and flu season.   Extra, extra careful.   If... Read moreChevron
posted 12/26/2007, comments (0)|
Amandag5991

Severe Asthma

I'm 30 w/ severe asthma - I take Advair, Zyflo, Zrytec, Sprivia, Prednisone, Albuterol/Atrovent (DuoNeb), Allergy Shots (weekly) Ativan and I am waiting on my first injection of Xolair. In the last 2yrs, I have been in ICU & CCU for extended periods. I have now been placed on Oxygen Therapy at home for good. I also have tracheal stenosis... Read moreChevron
Vicki M

Adult diagnosed Asthma

Hi folks,I was not diagnosed with Asthma until I was 19 and on my own. Although I had symptoms all through grade school and high school, it was never recognized for what it was. Once I realized I had asthma, the first thing I tried was over the counter products like Primateen Mist and tablets. Needless to say, I was well into an attack before I... Read moreChevron
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Nancy Sanker

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Asthma Advocate

The Allergy and Asthma Holiday Rollercoaster

 It's that joyful time again. But as I unpack our beloved decorations, I can't help but remember some tough holidays...and some eureka! Decembers too.  If you or a loved one is challenged with asthma or allergies, you may already know that these health issues don't take a holiday. My wish for you is that good health surrounds... Read moreChevron
posted 12/05/2007, comments (0)|
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Sloane Miller

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author & psychotherapist

Going organic: How to do it right -- and for less

I have a friend who's allergic to the pesticides used on fresh fruit -- even fruit that has a peel, like an orange. She gets an itchy, tingly mouth. Realizing it was pesticides that were the issue, she switched to eating organic fresh fruit.  Problem solved.   For years, when I opened, say, Sun Maid apricots, I had an immediate... Read moreChevron

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