Parents should know about asthma prevention and treatment.

Asthma has reached pandemic proportions. Many things can be done to help prevent this disabling disease from taking a toll in your child's life.
Three easy steps to prevent asthma and asthma attacks.
1.) Keep a smoke free environment - from the time of conception throughout childhood.
No smoking!
2.) Have your child tested for allergies before adopting a pet in the family. If allergic to a cat or dog, find a different way to fill this need.
3.) Eat natural and organic foods. Stay fresh whenever possible to avoid chemicals such as preservatives. If you notice your child starts acting differently after eating a particular food, avoid it. Have your child tested for food allergies.
The spring pollen season will be with us soon. If you notice your child's eyes watering, nose dripping, a dry hacking or wheezing cough they may have seasonal allergies. Have your child tested and treated for allergies. The earlier you catch and treat the symptoms the better chance you have to prevent long term damaging effects to their lungs.
Have a Happy Healthy, Free Breathing Year,
Margaret Turley RN