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Publications

Asthma and Physical Activity at School
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/asthma/phy_astr.htm
This booklet will help classroom teachers, physical education teachers, and coaches help their students participate fully and safely in sports and physical activities.

Asthma: You and Your Child
www.lungusa.org/asthma/ascastasinfo.html
This article from the American Lung Association gives parent tips on handling and learning more about asthmatic conditions.

How Asthma Friendly is Your Child Care Setting?
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/asthma/chc_chk.htm
Children with asthma need proper support in childcare settings to keep their asthma under control and be fully active. Use this checklist to find out how well your childcare setting assists children with asthma.

Web sites with general information

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology – Patients and Consumers Center
www.aaaai.org/patients.stm
The AAAAI has developed an extensive library of information in this center to help you learn more about allergic disease.

American Academy of Pediatrics
www.aap.org
AAP is dedicated to the health of all children and committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents and young adults.

American Lung Association – Facts About Asthma
www.lungusa.org/asthma/astasthma.html
This Web section addresses controlling asthma, asthma triggers and symptoms.

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
www.aafa.org
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America is dedicated to improving the lives of people with asthma and allergic diseases through education, advocacy and research.

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Alaska Chapter
www.aafaalaska.com
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, Alaska Chapter is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people affected by asthma and allergies through education, collaboration with community resources, support and research.

National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
www.nhlbi.nih.gov
The NHLBI is part of the federal government’s National Institutes of Health.

 


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