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 Spring 2009

A Plan to Help with Asthma

Woman smilingFew things are as scary as not being able to breathe. So if you have asthma, you need to know how to keep track of your symptoms every day and avoid things that make them worse.

One tool that may help you is called an asthma action plan. Created just for you, it is a set of written instructions. It includes this information:

  • How to avoid things that trigger your asthma
  • When and how to take your asthma drugs
  • How to understand your peak-flow readings and symptoms
  • What to do if you have an asthma attack
  • When and at what number to call your doctor
  • When to go to the emergency room or call 911

If you do not have an action plan and need one, please call 1-419-887-2312. Be sure to review it with your doctor at every visit.