Media stories abound about brain development and why teens are prone to risky and self-absorbed behavior, but the truth is that many young people today are accomplishing great things and thinking great thoughts! Read the rest of this entry »

By Mr. Whiskers, special correspondent to AAT

Look. When you brought me into your home, you made it all seem so nice. A doting family, long naps in the sun, no chores. I would have my run of the place, and you would cheerfully pluck my hairs from your dark-colored clothing.

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Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA) asked children to tell us—in pictures and in their own words—how they felt during an asthma attack, and how they felt when they could breathe again. What they told us was enlightening—and heart-rending.

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My neighbor started a baking business recently, so I ordered a Pumpkin Loaf for our family Thanksgiving feast. First thing she asked was, “Nuts or no nuts?” I figured she was asking because she knows I’m president of AANMA and might have allergy-based dietary restrictions… but no! She said people with food allergies generally don’t wait for her to ask, but people who don’t like the taste of texture of the nuts usually forget to mention it until she’s taking the dessert out of the oven. Read the rest of this entry »

Connecticut Gov. M. Jodi Rell recently met with parents, children and advocates who were instrumental in getting legislation passed in Connecticut that protects students’ rights to carry and self-administer lifesaving asthma and anaphylaxis medications at school. Read the rest of this entry »

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently advised people not to use three over-the-counter intranasal products that contain zinc: Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel, Gel Swabs and Kids Size Swabs, saying they can damage users’ sense of smell. For refunds, call 877-942-2626 or visit www.zicam.com.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning healthcare professionals and the public about a shipment of a nebulizer medication that was recently stolen. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) and Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA) urge patients using the nebulizer medication Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution 0.083% to check the medication’s lot numbers (see “What to look for,” below). Read the rest of this entry »

You’ve been to the allergist. You know what you’re allergic to. But is it lurking in your home? And if so, to what degree?

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Thank you to all of our PRECIOUS Breathers (TM) volunteers! We’re thrilled to report that many AANMA members generously responded to our call for volunteers to distribute information about this new program for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Now we’re ready for the next step–to get the word out about this valuable new resource for parents. Stay tuned and check our website for more news as the program takes off!

We’re always looking for volunteers! Although we have the support we need to help us distribute informational items about the PRECIOUS Breathers program–AANMA has numerous opportunities for people to volunteer in their communities. To get involved with AANMA’s Outreach Service Coordinator (OSC) program, please contact Andrea Holka at aholka (at) aanma.org.

Source: San Diego Union Tribune
Officials at an asthma camp in Julian, Ca., have reported 89 total cases of H1N1 flu during the camp’s June session. Read the rest of this entry »