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    Rick Frea

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    posted 01/07/2009, comments (0)

    Five things that could get in the way of a healthy you (and how to get around them!).

    So you've come to grips with your asthma. That's great! I know you're committed to living healthier with this chronic condition, but here are five things that could get in your way (and how to get around them!). 1.  Frustration:  You decide to work out with your friend, jogging with him and you realize that you simply cannot keep... Read moreChevron
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    Sloane Miller

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    posted 12/31/2008, comments (0)

    5 Steps to Getting Your Asthma On Track

    If you've been lax about your asthma or hoping the wheezing will go away or if you believe that it's normal to use your rescue inhaler 10 times a day, take some time in the spirit of renewal and reflection to get real about your asthma for the New Year.   Here are 5 steps to get your asthma symptoms back on track and to enable you to live... Read moreChevron
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    posted 12/17/2008, comments (0)

    How to Avoid Common Holiday Asthma Triggers

    Holidays are here and with the holidays come some staples: parties, drinking and fruitcake. If you have asthma, there are some holiday pitfalls to keep in mind like parties, drinking and maybe even fruitcake. So before you reach for that puff on a celebratory cigar, that second glass of Glögg, or a slice of panettone let's talk about possible... Read moreChevron
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    Kathi MacNaughton

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    posted 12/16/2008, comments (0)

    Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Your Loved One With Asthma

    Still looking for gift ideas for your family member or friend who has asthma? Here are some ideas to help you out...   1. Quit smoking. If you currently smoke, quitting smoking can be a dual gift. It will certainly make you healthier. But it will also help out all those around you by protecting them from secondhand smoke inhalation,... Read moreChevron
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    posted 12/11/2008, comments (0)

    Is Your Christmas Tree Making You Wheeze?

    Doc, I get sick every Christmas and end up missing a few days of work. I take my family out to pick a live tree the weekend after Thanksgiving every year and 1-2 weeks later my asthma flares up. Could I be allergic to my Christmas tree?     The Christmas holiday season brings more than song and joy to asthma and allergy sufferers... Read moreChevron
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