Asthma Athletics is a non-profit corporation dedicated to the education and athletic training for as The program lasts for 1 month.
Swim Program-
Asthma Athletics Swim Programs have taken place throughout Phoenix and surrounding cities since August 2002. Swim partners have included the YMCA, Banner/Carodon Childrens Hospital and Swim Kids USA. Both the children and parents are encouraged to participate. Each visit begins with a check in, where children learn to use peak flow meters. An Asthma Lesson follows, which lasts 30-45
minutes. during this lesson children and parents learn an aspect of asthma care. Various asthma topics are addressed and later enforced with games. The swim lessons are lead by qualified swim instructors. As the children are participating in the swim lesson, parents meet with volunteer health care providers who offer asthma education. In order to get the most out of the program, the parents and child should make sure they are able to attend all 4 sessions of the program. These programs will be held throughout the year.
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A FREE virtual asthma camp is available in June for children and teenagers with moderate to severe asthma! Limited spots available so encourage families to sign up asap! Open to all states. Please go to RoundupRiverRanch.org for all the details to join as a camper, volunteer or staff member!
It’s not too late to get the flu vaccine! Around 80% of all flu cases occur in January, February, and March. Children 6 months of age and up should get the flu vaccine to reduce their risk. Influenza is a trigger for asthma exacerbation which can lead to hospitalization.
Vaccinate children against influenza next season with either the flu shot or the nasal spray vaccine for the best protection against the virus during the 2019-2020 flu season.
September is a challenging month for children with asthma. Clinical studies show what parents have known all along: Asthma flares and hospitalizations tend to spike in the first few weeks that children are back at school.
Staying On Alert For the September Asthma Peak Aug 29, 2017If the past predicts the future, then September is a challenging month for children with asthma. Clinical studies show what parents have known all along: Asthma flares and hospitalizations tend to spike in the first few weeks that children a...
Metered dose inhalers for (example Albuterol) can explode when stored in temperatures over 120°, for example in your car.
In moderately high temperatures, they deliver less of the chemical than when they are stored at room temperature.
Store your inhaler in your pocket, purse or backpack so you can keep it cool indoors this summer & have it readily available if needed!
Did you know third hand smoke exposure can cause asthma attacks?
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Asthma Awareness Month Fact:
Know How to Use Your Asthma Inhaler - Allergy and Asthma Network
Know How to Use Your Asthma Inhaler Dec 7, 2017 Inhalers are an important part of asthma management, but using them can be confusing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have short videos in English and Spanish that demonstrate the best way to use your inhaler with a spacer.
”When asthma is not well controlled, repeated asthma attacks may contribute to further reduced lung function. A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that 75% of more than 1,000 children ages 5 to 11 developed lower-than-normal lung function by adulthood. And 11 percent of them had lung function equivalent to that of chronic pulmonary obstructive disease — a condition most often associated with lifelong cigarette smoking.”.
Learn why controlling asthma is more involved than treating the attacks.
A study regarding presence of indoor allergens in our homes. "Elevated allergen levels can exacerbate symptoms in people who suffer from asthma and allergies."
Fascinating study of presence on indoor allergens in our homes. "Elevated allergen levels can exacerbate symptoms in people who suffer from asthma and allergies."
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Watch our new video on Asthma Basics and answer the questions on our short survey https://community.aafa.org/take-survey/understanding-asthma-basics
Don't get spooked by asthma this Halloween 🎃
Halloween tips for those with asthma.
Creeping through a haunted house may be scary fun, but a visit can cause real-life fright if your child can’t breathe easily. Excitement and anxiety can sometimes trigger asthma. Running from house to house in search of treats can also trigger symptoms. If your child has asthma or exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) be sure they carry emergency medicine, such as a quick-relief inhaler, and use it regularly as prescribed to prevent symptoms.
Prepare now for Halloween ... Hear from Dr. Mervat Nassef in Staten Island Parent on potential asthma and allergy triggers during trick-or-treat season.
September is a difficult time for those with asthma.
There is a September asthma hospitalization “epidemic.” Many more people are hospitalized for asthma shortly after school starts than at any other time of the year. The number of asthma hospitalizations peak first for school-age children, then preschool children, then adults.
Asthma and Allergy News and Research September Asthma Epidemic AAFA Community Services 9/26/167:39 PM Does your asthma or your child’s asthma always seem to get worse in September? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, researchers have studied this issue. Here is what they found.September is a difficu...
Patients with asthma may not know the signs of uncontrolled asthma— but if someone is using their rescue inhaler (Albuterol) more than twice a week, and their asthma is interrupting daily activities and sleep, they should really talk to their doctor immediately to assess if it is uncontrolled.
Below is a link to a back to school asthma checklist resource for parents. Make sure your child's daycare, school nurse, teachers, P.E.teacher, & sports coach have a copy of an asthma action plan & have access to a quick reliever inhaler & spacer in case an asthma attack occurs while your child is at school/daycare
How asthma-friendly is your school? Accounting for more than 10 million lost school days every year, asthma is one of the main illness-related reasons that students miss school.
The Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America has prepared an important emergency supply asthma kit in case of a disaster.
Summer storms are coming! Be sure you are prepared to manage asthma in case of power outages, possible evacuation, travel delays or flooding. Know what you need to be ready: https://community.aafa.org/blog/preparing-for-natural-disasters-when-you-have-asthma
Many thinks sports and asthma don't mix. But, a Banner Health expert explains the precautions to take it possible for your kids with asthma to play sports.
Banner Children's Pediatric Asthma Support Group invites Asthma Athletics & you to a FREE event on Saturday, April 1, 2017.
Who: For any age child & teen with asthma & their parents/caregivers!
What: Learn how to rock walk climb & how to breathe easier by managing your asthma & triggers!
Certified Asthma Educators are available to answer your asthma questions from Banner Children's Medical Center & Banner Pediatric Pulmonary Clinic.
Where: Must register to attend this event by calling 602-230-CARE. Must arrive to AZ on the Rocks in Scottsdale by 7 p.m.
All climbers adults & children are required to complete an AZ on the Rocks consent form PRIOR to the event:https://www.smartwaiver.com/w/503948877de89
Climbers must be age 3 years or greater
Wear comfortable tennis shoes and exercise clothing. Bring your albuterol or xopenex inhaler from home & spacer in case needed prior to or after exercise.
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Chicago police honor preschooler who made 911 call that saved her mother's life while she was having an asthma attack. "I don't even think an adult could've handle it the way she did." http://abcn.ws/2mVmW2Y
Learn more about what is Exercise Induced Asthma is & how to manage it.
Exercise can cause shortness of breath in anyone. Airflow obstruction that occurs because of exercise is exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB). An older term for this condition is exercise-induced asthma. This term wrongly suggests that exercise causes asthma. As many as 90 percent of all people who have asthma will experience symptoms of EIB during exercise. For teenagers and young adults, this may be the most common cause of asthma symptoms. To learn more about EIB go to: http://www.aafa.org/page/exercise-induced-asthma.aspx
3 things you might not know about childhood asthma - Harvard Health Blog
Knowing if your child has asthma means you can avoid and manage triggers and make sure you have the right medications to relieve the symptoms.
If you twitter and want to learn more about asthma - check this out!
Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 1 pm ET for an on Twitter where, along with Dr. Christopher Carroll, Dr. Jacqueline Eghari-Sabet and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), we'll discuss how asthma impacts the large and small airways in the lungs, the best ways to manage symptoms this cold and flu season, and more! Search on Twitter to participate.
Common mistakes taking inhaled medications for asthma leave many patients with uncontrolled asthma, leading to unnecessary asthma attacks, emergency room visits and hospital admissions among the seven million children with asthma in the United States. Read more on how to correctly use a spacer with your inhaler to assure medication goes into your child's lower airways.
Common mistakes taking inhaled medications for asthma leave many patients with uncontrolled asthma, leading to unnecessary asthma attacks, emergency room visits and hospital admissions among the seven million children with asthma in the United States.
You may wonder if your child is mature enough to carry and self-administer asthma inhalers at school. Below is information on questions to review with your child's asthma care provider and school to determine your child's readiness to self-carry.
Asthma is one of the most common illness-related reasons that children miss school. You're the coach, make a game plan!
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If You Have Asthma, You Need to Take Steps to Fight the Flu
Everyone with who is six months and older should get a flu vaccine to protect against getting the flu.
Vaccination is the first and most important step in protecting against influenza. Even if you don’t have a regular doctor or nurse, you can get a flu vaccine.
Flu vaccines are offered in many locations including doctors’ offices, clinics, health departments, pharmacies, college health centers and increasingly by a number of employers and public schools.
Which flu vaccine should people with asthma get?
Flu shots (made with inactivated (killed) flu virus) are approved for use in people 6 months and older regardless of whether or not they have asthma or other health conditions. The flu shot has a long established safety record in people with asthma.
The nasal spray vaccine is approved for use in people 2 through 49 years of age. However, for the 2016-17 season, it is recommended that the nasal spray vaccine not be used because of concerns about its effectiveness in recent seasons.
Pneumococcal infections are a serious complication of influenza infections and can cause death. Pneumococcal vaccines may be given at the same time as influenza vaccine.
For more information go to:http://www.cdc.gov/flu/asthma/
Congratulations to U.S. Olympian Cody Miller for winning bronze in the men’s 100-meter breaststroke! Miller is a swimmer who lives with asthma as well as another chest condition that reduces his lung function. Did you know that about 8% of Olympians have asthma? To learn more about how to exercise safely with asthma, visit: http://www.aafa.org/page/exercise-induced-asthma.aspx
Free weekend camps in Cornville, AZ are available for children with this October! You can go to www.campsoaringeagle.org for more information or to apply today!
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Did you know many previous olympic swimmers have ?
Would you like your child with asthma
to learn how to swim or improve their swimming skils?
If yes- contact Kimberly at: 480-412-7902 to sign up for upcoming class this summer in May & June!
- Asthma educators will demonstrate medication inhalation techniques & teach you and your child how to manage triggers to breathe easier with asthma.
-Free swim class for the child with asthma with a certified swim instructor at Swim Kids USA in Mesa, AZ.
-Parent(s) or adult guardian will need to attend entire event with child.
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Every person with should have a personalized Asthma Action Plan. Find the plan that works best for your needs.
These plans are easy to use.
1.Select the one that is best for you at this site:http://www.cdc.gov/asthma/tools_for_control.htm
2. Print a copy.
3. Have your primary care provider or pulmonologist fill in the medication dose and frequency & peak flow #
4. Give a completed copy to the school nurse, teacher, pe teacher, coach, babysitter, and family members.
5. Hang a copy in a place such as refrigerator or copy in your wallet.
I would like to announce that out of 15 kids that started the program, 5 finished it completely and ONE went to the state Tounament and recieved a bronze the first time out! congratulation Travis on a job well done!
When should you call 911 for an adult or child having an asthma attack?
If quick-relief medicine (also called rescue or fast-acting medicine ex. albuterol or xopenex is being used repeatedly for asthma flare-up symptoms with no relief of wheezing/chest tightness/ trouble breathing/cough.
If no relief after 5 or 10 minutes or if symptoms returns again quickly - call 911
If there are changes in your child or adults color, like bluish or gray or pale lips or fingernails or pale face
If they are having trouble talking
If the areas below the ribs, between the ribs or in the neck visibly pull in during inhalation (called retractions)
If peak flow reading falls below 50% (which is in the red zone of the peak flow) and doesn't improve after using your reliever medicine.
Most patients with asthma do not die at the emergency room, they unfortunately die at home or in a car on the way to ED - playing safe is best for an asthma attack emergency by calling 911.
Every second counts when oxygen is unable to reach your brain!
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