Tag: asthma

Graham-Field Nebulizers Can Help Provide Relief during Allergy Season

Spring – When you realize you’re allergic to everything you love! What can we say about allergy season that hasn’t already been said? Those of us that suffer seasonal allergies know the symptoms all too well! But did you know that allergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. with an…
May Is National Allergy And Asthma Month — Breathe Easy, You Deserve It!

There are few restrictions on your life with asthma, as long as you take care of yourself. – Jackie Joyner-Kersee It’s here … the itchy eyes, the runny nose, and that tickle to the throat! May is the peak season for people who have allergies and asthma. So, it is appropriate that May is also…
Allergies, Asthma, and Where Does the HME Provider Fit In?

It’s official — pollen season has begun across the U.S.! The trees have started to bloom, the flowers have begun to blossom, and if you have allergies, you probably have a love/hate relationship with spring. The beautiful weather tempts you to go outside, but once you’re out there, you’re sniffling, sneezing, wheezing and have red, itchy eyes,…
Making Winter Easier for People Who Have Asthma

As winter weather finally rolls in after a long, hot summer, healthcare professionals see more colds and flu too. Winter’s dry, cold air can bring about a very stressful time of year for children and adults with asthma. A simple cold virus can trigger an asthma episode because when you suffer from asthma, your lungs are already…
Senior Status: The Rise of Self-Monitoring Among the Elderly at Home

Most seniors don’t see aging as a crutch to bear. Instead, they are welcoming the next phase of their lives as informed, educated consumers. USA Today and insurance giant United Healthcare conducted a survey on this subject. The results show a positive and optimistic outlook on their golden years. Our aging seniors are more focused on…