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Traveling and Asthma for Kids
Going on a trip? If you have asthma, you'll want to be prepared so breathing trouble doesn't spoil your fun. Find out more in this article for kids.
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What's a Peak Flow Meter? for Kids
Lots of kids who have asthma use a special tool called a peak flow meter to measure how quickly they can push air out of their lungs.
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Dealing With an Asthma Flare-Up for Teens
Asthma flare-ups, or attacks, can be handled, but it's even better if you can prevent them. Find out how to deal with flare-ups.
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What's a Peak Flow Meter? for Parents
A peak flow meter is a portable handheld device used to measure how well a person can blow air out of the lungs.
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Traveling and Asthma for Teens
If you have asthma, travel can seem less fun because there's always the worry that something unexpected may cause a flare-up. Here's how to avoid problems so you can concentrate on the fun.
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Asthma Flare-Ups for Parents
Find out how to deal with — and help prevent — asthma flare-ups ("attacks"), which is when asthma symptoms get worse.
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Air Pollution and Asthma for Parents
Ground-level ozone and other air pollutants can trigger asthma flare-ups. But there are steps you can take to minimize your child's exposure.
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Asthma Medicines for Parents
Asthma medicine comes in two main types: quick-relief and long-term control medicines. Even if a child takes a long-term control medicine regularly, quick-relief medicine is still needed to handle flare-ups.
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Smoking and Asthma for Parents
Being a smoker is an obvious risk for kids and teens with asthma, but just being around people who smoke can cause problems too.
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The Flu for Kids
The flu is a virus that can make you sick for a week or longer. Find out more in this article for kids.