peak flow meter

  1. Proven strategies for controlling asthma attacks

    Tips To Manage And Treat An Asthma Attack At Home

    Summer is a time to get outside and have fun. From cookouts, to beach visits, to music festivals, many popular summer activities take place outside in the open air. This can be a problem for people with asthma because summer is also a time of asthma triggers. Warm weather, BBQ smoke, and increased pollen in the air are just a few summertime irritants that can make it difficult for asthma sufferers to breathe. To keep your airways clear so you can enjoy the better weather, it’s important to know how to effectively manage and treat your asthma at home.

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  2. Know how to use a peak flow meter to monitor & manage asthma

    What is a Peak Flow Meter?

    Ever been to the doctors and they’ve asked you to blow into a funny little tube with numbers along the side? This is a peak flow meter, and a peak flow meter is a necessity for asthmatics. In summary, it’s a device measures how quickly you are able to expel air from your lungs by blowing as hard as you can into this small, handheld device. These can be bought from pharmacies for home use or can be available via prescription as well. Want to know the importance of a peak flow meter? Let’s start from the basics…

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