Asthma

• Asthma Triggers

  Triggers — things in the air, weather conditions, or activities — can cause asthma flare-ups. By knowing and avoiding triggers, you’ll help lessen your child’s asthma symptoms.

• Asthma: Parents Talk (Video)

  Hear what parents have to say about raising kids with asthma.

• Can Kids and Teens With Asthma Play Sports?

  Kids and teens who have asthma can and do play sports. But some activities are better than others. Find out more.

• Can the Weather Affect My Child’s Asthma?

  Sometimes, the weather can affect a child’s asthma symptoms. Here are some tips for dealing with it.

• Dealing With Triggers: Cockroaches

  Find out how to limit exposure to cockroaches if they make your child’s asthma or allergies worse.

• Dealing With Triggers: Dust Mites

  If dust mites make your child’s asthma or allergies worse, here’s how to limit exposure to them.

• Dealing With Triggers: Irritants

  If strong scents, smoke, and smog make your child’s asthma or allergies worse, learn how to limit contact with these irritants.

• Dealing With Triggers: Mold

  If mold makes your child’s asthma or allergies worse, learn how to limit exposure to it.

• Dealing With Triggers: Pets

  Do pets make your child’s allergies or asthma worse? Here’s how to handle it.

• Dealing With Triggers: Pollen

  If pollen makes your child’s asthma or allergies worse, learn how to limit exposure it.