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Caring For Asthma
The cold temperatures and dry air of winter can make the symptoms of exercise-induced asthma worse, experts say, but that doesn't mean people who have this condition can't exercise during the winter months. According to allergist Dr. Indu Warrier, asthma prevention is the key to patients remaining active during cold weather. This includes taking prescription medications 10 to 20 minutes before exercise and using inhalers as directed.
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