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11/19/2025

Sick Child? Watch for THESE Scary Symptoms Before It’s Too Late!

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11/12/2025

Sneezing Today, Struggling to Breathe Tomorrow? Here’s why!

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11/10/2025

As temperatures drop, children often get more colds, coughs, and breathing problems. Cold weather itself doesn’t make kids sick, but it can increase the risk of respiratory illnesses and make symptoms worse—especially for children with asthma or allergies. Why Respiratory Illnesses Increase in Cold Weather: Dry Air Irritates Airways: Cold, dry air can dry out the lining of the nose and lungs, making it easier for viruses to take hold....

As temperatures drop, children often get more colds, coughs, and breathing problems. Cold weather itself doesn’t make kids sick, but it can increase the risk of respiratory illnesses and make sympt…

11/05/2025

What Parents Should Know About Inhaled Steroid Risks

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11/03/2025

As temperatures drop, many parents notice their children with asthma coughing more often. Cold weather itself isn’t dangerous, but it can trigger asthma symptoms and make breathing more difficult. Why Cold Air Affects the Lungs: Airway Irritation: Cold, dry air can irritate the lining of the airways, causing them to tighten and trigger coughing or wheezing. Bronchoconstriction: Inhaling cold air can make the muscles around the airways constrict, reducing airflow and causing coughing, shortness of breath, or chest tightness....

As temperatures drop, many parents notice their children with asthma coughing more often. Cold weather itself isn’t dangerous, but it can trigger asthma symptoms and make breathing more difficult. …

10/30/2025

#1 Mistake parents make with their child’s asthma inhaler

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10/29/2025

Correct technique to use mouth piece spacer for inhaler

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10/29/2025

Correct technique to use mouth piece spacer for inhaler
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10/27/2025

Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are commonly prescribed to children with asthma. They are very effective at reducing inflammation in the airways and preventing asthma flare-ups. While generally safe, it’s important for parents to know about potential effects and how to use them correctly. Benefits: Reduces airway inflammation Decreases frequency and severity of asthma attacks Helps children stay active and sleep better…...

Inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are commonly prescribed to children with asthma. They are very effective at reducing inflammation in the airways and preventing asthma flare-ups. While generally safe,…

10/20/2025

We all want our children to breathe easy, but secondhand smoke from parents or caregivers can seriously harm their lungs—especially for children with asthma. Even occasional exposure can trigger symptoms and long-term problems. Why Smoke is Dangerous for Kids: Irritates Airways: Smoke inflames and narrows the airways, making breathing more difficult. Triggers Asthma Flare-Ups: Children with asthma are more likely to have coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath when exposed to smoke....

We all want our children to breathe easy, but secondhand smoke from parents or caregivers can seriously harm their lungs—especially for children with asthma. Even occasional exposure can trigger sy…

10/13/2025

Black mold (Stachybotrys chartarum) is often described as “toxic,” which can be alarming for parents. While black mold exposure is serious for lung health, it is extremely rare for it to be directly deadly. What Black Mold Can Do: Trigger asthma attacks, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness Cause allergic reactions (runny nose, itchy eyes, throat irritation) Worsen respiratory infections…...

Black mold (Stachybotrys chartarum) is often described as “toxic,” which can be alarming for parents. While black mold exposure is serious for lung health, it is extremely rare for it to be directl…

10/06/2025

If your child—or even you—has allergies, the thought of giving up a beloved pet can be heartbreaking. But here’s the good news: being allergic to cats or dogs doesn’t always mean you have to part ways. Understanding Pet Allergies Allergies aren’t caused by fur itself—they’re triggered by proteins found in pet dander, saliva, and urine. When these proteins become airborne, they can irritate the nose, eyes, and lungs....

If your child—or even you—has allergies, the thought of giving up a beloved pet can be heartbreaking. But here’s the good news: being allergic to cats or dogs doesn’t always mean you have to part w…