Asthma--Getting serious about asthma in Tompkins County NY

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Could You or Your Child Have Asthma? A chronic cough may be the only symptom. Wheezing does not have to be present. Here are some questions your doctor may ask: Do colds go right to the chest and last longer than with others in the family? Is there a cough and /or sometimes a wheeze, chest tightness or trouble breathing? Does the coughing or wheezing affect sleep? Is there a family history of asthma or allergies? How often is medication needed for any of the symptoms suggested in #2? During the past 2 years, was treatment in the emergency room or hospital necessary for anything in #2? How is work or school missed for anything in #2? Welcome to Healthy Lungs for Tompkins County. Are you wondering if your asthma is in good control? When should you call your doctor? How do you get your spacers covered by your insurance? You will find the answers to these questions and others on this Web site. It's intended to be a clearinghouse of asthma resources in this area. Topics will include diagnosis, triggers, management skills, medications and asthma tools. Documents will continue to be available to download for families, Healthcare Providers, School Nurses, Daycare Providers and coaches. Please direct your comments and questions to Susan Dunlop, BSRN, asthma coordinator at the Health Promotion Program, at (607) 274-6710 or click here to email. Site Contents Overview What is asthma? Signs & symptoms Triggers Diagnosis Treatment Important tools Asthma Action Plan Revised Dec 2009; Download PDF form Durable Medical Equipment Nebulizers, Spacers, Peak flow meters Local equipment suppliers Asthma Medications Quick-relief Medicines Controller Medicines New Rescue Inhalers Use and Care Cost Assistance At-A-Glance chart How to use an inhaler (illustrations) Relaxation and Controlled Breathing Exercises Asthma Action Committee Brochure Downloads PDF file (304K) Asthma Action Committee Mission Statement: The Asthma Action Committee of Tompkins County is committed to providing residents and community health agencies with the resources required to raise asthma awareness, to decrease asthma related hospitalization, and to improve the quality of life for individuals living with asthma. This will be achieved with collaboration among health care providers, establishment of standardized asthma management and promotion of continuity in asthma education. Ithaca Journal Guest Viewpoint: Asthma cases on the rise, but can be controlled, by Susan Dunlop and Sue Olmstead. Published May 8, 2009.

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