Asthma is the leading cause of missed school days in America. Here, the president of Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc. shares her experise on every aspect of this debilitating condition--from finding a good doctor to allergy-proofing your home to regulating sports and activities for affected children. Line drawings.
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Sander, founder of the newsletter-linked network "Mothers of Asthmatics," has drawn extensively on her own experience: her daughter (one of four children) has suffered from asthma and multiple allergies since birth. But this is not one of those all-too-common let-me-inspire-you works. While warmly supportive and including ring-true tales of both the author's and other articulate parents' trials, the guide also rests on solid medical ground. The mechanics of asthma are clearly and thoroughly explained, as are various tests, treatments and devices (e.g., nebulizers). As Sanders urges, good medical care is a must, and she offers priceless advice on finding and dealing with doctors. Most important, her book is home- and family-centered, offering practical pointers on matters ranging from allergy-proofing the home and juggling food-sensitivity-based menus to planning vacations and confronting sibling and classmate clashes. An extensive resource list includes literature (for both parents and kids), product sources (the text describes trial runs of three different "allergy vacuums"), organizations and medical centers. Illustrations not seen by PW.
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1989 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Originally published in 1989, this is a classic for parents of asthmatics. Sanders, founder of the National Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, offers parents coping strategies and support. Highly recommended.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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I read this book three times already and each time I find something new. I am 15 years old and have asthma. The book helped me to understand the importance of taking my medications and letting people know when I need to go to the doctors or hospital.
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The book arrived on time. It has a lot or good information. I would def. recommend it to not only a parent with a child with asthma, bit to anyone how would like to learn about asthma. I learned a lot from reading the book. I'm happy I bought it =).
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A good resource, a bit dated,
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This book has some very practical advice for elminating asthma triggers in the home and how to prevent flare-ups at school, summer camp etc.The book was printed in 1994, so it is ten years old, and there are new medicines and puffers available today, but the theory in the book still applies and it was very helpful. 3 out of 5 stars
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"Hurry! The baby is coming!" I insisted. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
nebulizer compressors, unscheduled office visits, flow meter readings, peak flow meter reading, asthma under control, controlled asthma, child with asthma, nebulizer treatments, controlling asthma, holding chamber, peak flow meters, allergic child, taking theophylline, children with asthma, asthma management, asthma care, breathing treatments Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mothers of Asthmatics, United States, Debbie Scherrer, National Institutes of Health, Beta-Adrenergic Bronchodilators, New York, The Asthma Organizer, Timely Tips, Ventolin Rotohaler, Bob Lanier, Georgetown University Hospital, Lung Line, Side Effects Potential, Walt Disney World, Water Pik, Martha Vetter White New!
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"Hurry! The baby is coming!" I insisted. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
nebulizer compressors, unscheduled office visits, flow meter readings, peak flow meter reading, asthma under control, controlled asthma, child with asthma, nebulizer treatments, controlling asthma, holding chamber, peak flow meters, allergic child, taking theophylline, children with asthma, asthma management, asthma care, breathing treatments Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mothers of Asthmatics, United States, Debbie Scherrer, National Institutes of Health, Beta-Adrenergic Bronchodilators, New York, The Asthma Organizer, Timely Tips, Ventolin Rotohaler, Bob Lanier, Georgetown University Hospital, Lung Line, Side Effects Potential, Walt Disney World, Water Pik, Martha Vetter White New!
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- So you have asthma too! by Nancy Sander in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Consumer Update on Asthma by Aan in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Georgetown University: Off the Record (College Prowler) (College Prowler: Georgetown University Off the Record) by Derek Richmond in Back Matter
- The Allergy Cookbook (Signet) by Ruth G. Shattuck in Back Matter
- Asthma & Exercise by Nancy Hogshead in Back Matter
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