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A series of four online videos, this campaign identifies various asthma triggers both inside and outside of the home. It also pays homage to the old trick of teaching
children and adults what it’s like to experience an asthma attack by having
them breathing through a straw. 

By raising the profile of asthma within the general community, advocates from all public health agencies and asthma organizations benefit. 

The American Lung Associaton recently posted new videos to its asthma YouTube channel. The channel now has eight how-to videos for asthma inhalers, using a spacer, and using a peak flow meter. A video on how to teach a child to belly breathe for relaxation has also been added.

The American Lung Association Asthma Basics teaches how to identify the characteristics of asthma, learn how to recognize and manage triggers, understand the value of an asthma action plan, and recognize and respond accordingly to a breathing emergency. The module includes six how-to videos that teach the proper usage of asthma medications and devices.

This FREE online learning opportunity is targeted to adults with asthma, caregivers, asthma professionals, and anyone that would like to learn more about asthma management.

To register for the online module, contact onlinelearning@lung.org.