Asthma Program Manager

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.

Help create asthma-friendly environments in your community! The American Lung Association has established policy recommendations and compiled resources aimed at community advocates to help reduce the burden of asthma nationwide for patients and families. In 2009, the American Lung Association released the National Asthma Public Policy Agenda that outlined the policy strategies that would have the greatest impact on the burden of asthma in the United States. As follow-up support, the Guide to Asthma Policy for Housing and Schools was compiled to offer templates and tools targeted to community advocates and policy-makers.