As much as many people lead normal lives with asthma, severe asthma attacks are seen as a medical emergency. They can lead to a dangerous blockage of airflow, making the situation life-threatening. An asthma attack is a sudden worsening of asthma symptoms where the airways swell, narrow, and produce excess mucus, making it difficult to […]
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On those dry, dusty days when the air feels like it’s been baked in an oven, anyone with asthma knows the struggle is real. Breathing becomes a conscious effort, your chest tightens, and your trusty inhaler is suddenly your BFF. However, what if relief could come from something as simple as a little mist in […]
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If the crisp autumn air has you reaching for your inhaler more than usual, you’re not imagining things. As the leaves change, so do the triggers that can set off asthma symptoms—think swirling pollen, mold hiding in damp corners, and that first blast of dry heater air after months of no use. Even the cosy […]
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Stress can feel like a storm brewing inside, but for asthmatics, it’s more than just a mental whirlwind — it’s a potential trigger for serious breathing difficulties. If you’ve ever felt your chest tighten after a rough day or struggled to catch your breath during a stressful moment, you’re not alone. Managing stress as an […]
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Asthma is an unpleasant condition that is easily triggered. We probably know one or two asthmatic people in our families, friend groups or even at work, so we need to create asthma-friendly environments all around us. The Better Health Channel states that asthma is commonly identified by wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and cough. It is […]
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Keeping fit or participating in extracurricular activities like sports can be extremely difficult when faced with the setback of respiratory complications caused by asthma. Not only is it challenging to give your hundred per cent in these activities, but you may find yourself feeling like the only one missing out when it comes to the […]
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South Africa has an alarming death rate when it comes to Asthma. It is recorded that the country has the world’s highest death rate when it comes to asthma. With about 15, 000 deaths each year. It is conservatively estimated that 80% of asthma deaths could be prevented with better treatment. Asthma is a condition […]
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