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What To Do When Someone Has An Asthma Attack?
Pediatric asthma
Prevention
There is no fool-proof method to prevent asthma attacks. The best way to reduce the number of attacks is to eliminate triggers (especially cigarette smoke) and follow the asthma plan that you develop with your doctor. When families take control of their home environment, asthma symptoms and attacks can be significantly decreased.
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National Asthma Education and Prevention Program Expert Panel Report 3: Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management...
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