Horse allergy: It’s not just for cowboys!
Living in Montana means horses! If you are allergic to horses, it can really put a hitch in your giddy up! A little background on horses: They are 1 of 2 subspecies of Equus ferus that is still in existence. They belong to the family …
Every Month is Asthma Awareness Month!
While May is the designated month for asthma awareness, at Family Allergy & Asthma Care of Montana, we care for individuals with asthma every day, all year long! Check your knowledge of asthma with these factoids. Did you know? In Montana, asthma: affects 9.1% of …
Asthma Camp in Montana!
The start of Camp Huff n’ Puff, the annual overnight camp for children with asthma is coming up fast! Dates: July 12-17th (overnight) Location: YMCA Camp Child (23 miles west of Helena, MT) Cost: $100 (scholarships available) Ages: entering 2nd-9th grade At Camp Huff n’ Puff, …
First Breath-Actuated, Dry-Powder Inhaler Approved for Acute Asthma
The FDA has approved the first breath-actuated dry-powder inhaler for relief of acute asthma. The ProAir® RespiClick by TEVA is now available in pharmacies. The Proair® RespiClick contains albuterol sulfate as an inhalation dry powder rather than a solution like it’s popular Proair® MDI (metered dose …
YOU CAN CONTROL YOUR ASTHMA! WORLD ASTHMA DAY IS TUESDAY MAY 5, 2015. MAY IS ASTHMA AWARENESS MONTH.
Millions of people in the United States have asthma, a chronic lifelong disease that affects the lungs. Asthma can cause wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing. Although asthma cannot be cured, it is possible to manage asthma to reduce and prevent asthma attacks. It’s time …
Taming the Cold: Reclaim the Winter for Children with Asthma
Winter has arrived! That brings 2 challenges to children with asthma. First, they spend more time indoors where allergens and irritants (fireplaces) may trigger their symptoms. Second, the cold dry air outside can trigger asthma, especially while playing or exercising. In this month’s issue of Montana …
Going OTC!
In medical terminology, OTC means “over the counter,” but for this article, it designates “off to campus!” This article is directed at you, the new student who will be going OTC miles away (or even just across town). While parents may find this article helpful, …
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Asthma is expensive in Montana!
I just received the August issue from the Montana Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Bureau. Here they outline the importance of treating and controlling chronic diseases. In this issue the medical and pharmaceutical cost due to selected conditions for 2012 are listed. (Note: if …
Prepare to Go Back to School with Asthma
It is back-to-school time and it is nice to have this easy-to-follow checklist prepared by the American Lung Association for children with asthma. For the list go to: http://www.lung.org/about-us/our-impact/top-stories/prepare-to-go-back-to-school-with-asthma.html I don’t want to give away the details, but, there are 5 main steps and these …
Indoor allergies at school and home: How to prepare!
In this month’s issue of Montana Parent magazine, I focus on preparing for indoor allergy season. Soon the more prominent outdoor allergen exposures like pollen will be waning. In fact, in the U.S. people spend about 90% of their time indoors. As children return to …