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Chronic Bronchitis  External Links Disclaimer Logo
This consumer fact sheet describes bronchitis and discusses its causes, prognosis, and treatment options.... Details >
American Lung Association
Emphysema  External Links Disclaimer Logo
Online consumer health information about this respiratory disorder -- includes a description of the disease, causes and symptoms, treatment options and information on current research.... Details >
American Lung Association
Expert Panel Report 2: Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma
This report provides clinicians with recommendations for the diagnosis and management of asthma. These recommendations are organized into four components of therapy: measures of assessment and monitor... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common illness of infants and children. It is characterized by fever, sores in the mouth, and a rash with blisters.... Details >
National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Helping Your Child Breathe Easier  External Links Disclaimer Logo
According to the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), the majority of children who are hospitalized are admitted with a respiratory tract illness. Such problems range from colds and flu t... Details >
American Association for Respiratory Care
How Asthma-Friendly Is Your Child-Care Setting? Checklist
Also available in: Spanish
An online checklist intended for use by parents, teachers, and school nurses to help identify specific areas that may cause problems for children with asthma. Available in English and Spanish, the doc... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
How to Identify an Asthma Emergency  External Links Disclaimer Logo
Asthma symptoms can become life threatening, requiring immediate medical attention. This page tells you how to identify the symptoms.... Details >
Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics
Kids' Asthma Check: For Ages 1-8   External Links Disclaimer Logo
If you've been told your child has asthma, or if your child has trouble breathing when running or playing hard, take this simple Kids' Asthma Check. Just answer yes or no to these questions. Then prin... Details >
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
Kids' Asthma Check: For Ages 8-14  External Links Disclaimer Logo
A special LQ test that enables children ages 8 through 14 to answer questions themselves about their breathing problem.... Details >
American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
Lessening the Effects of Sleep Apnea  External Links Disclaimer Logo
This consumer health information fact sheet focuses on the treatment possibilities available for people experiencing sleep apnea.... Details >
American Association for Respiratory Care

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