Yes, Some Asthmatics Are Good "Actors"

Carrie would cough, wheeze and frown to get out of unpleasant tasks and make other people feel guilty. It worked, but her poor asthma care also hurt her lungs, permanently. Illustrated by Dash Shaw.

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Yes, Some Asthmatics Are Good "Actors"

Carrie would cough, wheeze and frown to get out of unpleasant tasks and make other people feel guilty. It worked, but her poor asthma care also hurt her lungs, permanently. Illustrated by Dash Shaw.

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