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Understanding Chronic Bronchitis 
People often ignore the signs of chronic bronchitis until it is advanced, because they mistakenly believe that the disease is not life-threatening. But if you wait to seek treatment, your lungs may al... Details >
Allergist Locator
You can find an allergist in your area by searching the online database and entering a zip code or a city, state and street address.... Details >
Asthma Information Home Page
Asthma is a lung disease that makes breathing difficult for nearly 23 million Americans, including 7 million children. Learning more about the disease is the first step in helping children and adults ... Details >
COPD: Symptoms and early warning signs
Because early treatment is most effective for COPD, it is important to be able to identify symptoms and changes in symptoms. This online patient education guide is designed to assist you.... Details >
Dealing with Allergy and Asthma Emergencies
Learn how to identify asthma and anaphylaxis (allergic reaction) emergencies and what to expect when calling 9-1-1 and do until the paramedics arrive. Knowing the warning signs could save a life.... Details >
Emphysema
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 >
Find An Allergist / Immunologist
Use this database to search for allergists, clinical immunologists, allied health professionals, and other physicians with a special interest in allergy in your area. You may search this database in f... Details >
Helping Your Child Breathe Easier
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 >
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
Kids' Asthma Check: For Ages 1-8
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. ... Details >