Teamwork can make a difference.

Work closely with your child's doctor to create an Asthma Action Plan that meets your child's individual needs.

Looking for more asthma information?

Discover a variety of helpful tools and resources to learn more about managing your child's asthma.

Asthma will hold my child back.

With more cases of asthma being diagnosed each day, chances are your child is not the only one in the classroom with asthma.

Work with your doctor to develop the right Asthma Action Plan for your child and
share it with your child's teachers and school nurses. Learn more about a
treatment option.

Teaching your child about asthma

Asthma can be scary for children and parents alike. It can also be confusing. Some people believe that only emotional kids get asthma.

The truth is that asthma is a chronic condition that is not likely to go away on its own. That means the more you can talk to your child about asthma, the better prepared she or he will be to help control it.

It's important to let your child know that asthma is not his or her fault. It's the way your child's lungs react to certain triggers.

You can help by:

Talking to your child about asthma triggers and how to help avoid them
Working with your child’s doctor to create an Asthma Action Plan
Helping your child take his or her medicine as prescribed
Making sure your child has his or her rescue inhaler at all times

Be sure to include your child's teacher and/or school nurse as part of your child's asthma management team. They are an important part of your child's care, and keeping them involved can help.

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Asthma arcade

Dr. Craig Jones Talks About Asthma

These fun video games can help your child learn about asthma triggers and how to help prevent asthma symptoms.

By spotting, capturing, and avoiding the Trigger Gang, your child can learn how to identify asthma triggers and control sudden symptoms.

As your child explores this jungle island, she or he will learn about asthma control, sports, and the importance of taking medication.

By navigating a spaceship through lunglike tunnels, your child can learn about the lung, the changes associated with asthma, and the importance of medication.

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