Managing Asthma in Poor Air Quality

U.S. News & World Report has an article about ways to manage asthma during poor air quality days. Summer is when urban air quality can be at its worst and being aware of conditions and planning ahead can help you manage your condition on the worst days. The article offers four strategies for avoiding asthma complications caused by poor air quality: stay indoors on the worst days, keep medication on hand, keep hydrated, and use an allergy face mask when doing outdoor chores.Asthma can get particularly bad when air quality is poor. Being aware of the conditions can help prevent an attack. If you have questions about what conditions can worsen asthma symptoms or how to manage asthma effectively in poor air quality conditions, contact our office for an appointment.