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Summer Tips for Asthma Patients

Bumblebee on Thistle in SummertimeSummer brings warmer weather, swimming pools, and ice cream cones. But for those with asthma, it can be a trying time.

Changes in air quality caused by pollution and an abundance of pollen can trigger asthma symptoms. Here are some tips for patients with asthma to help cope with these conditions:
- Check the Air Quality Index before heading outside on especially hot, humid days. This can be done through your local weather station or by visiting the EPA's website here. Pay attention to the AQI which measures the amount of air mixed with pollutants as well as the pollen level.
- Use your inhaler, as advised by your physician, before you exercise. Be sure to take your medication as prescribed.
- If you plan to be outside for an extended period of time, always make sure you have your medication or fast-acting inhaler.
- Avoid sleeping with the windows open, if possible.

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Source: Tips for Beating the Summer Heat for Allergy and Asthma Sufferers. Better Breathing Center. Retrieved June 17, 2013 from http://www.betterbreathingcenter.net/AboutDrReinheimer/FromtheDoctorsDesk/tabid/10760/ContentPubID/103605/settmid/39789/Default.aspx.

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