Taking charge of asthma
Where to go from here
Now that you have read this information, you are ready to take charge of your asthma treatment. For related information, see:
Talk with your doctor
If you have questions about this information, take it with you when you visit your health professional. You may want to mark areas or make notes in the margins where you have questions.
If you would like more information on asthma, the following resources are available:
Organizations
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology 555 East Wells Street Suite 1100 Milwaukee, WI 53202-3823 Phone: 1-800-822-2762
(414) 272-6071E-mail: info@aaaai.org (For general questions only. The AAAAI cannot answer individual questions relating to the diagnosis or treatment of allergies.) Web Address: www.aaaai.org The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology publishes an excellent series of pamphlets on allergies, asthma, and related information. It also provides physician referrals.
Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) 1233 20th Street NW Suite 402 Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 1-800-7-ASTHMA (1-800-727-8462) E-mail: info@aafa.org Web Address: www.aafa.org The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) provides information and support for people with allergies or asthma. The AAFA has local chapters and support groups. And its Web site has online resources, such as fact sheets, brochures, and newsletters, both free and for purchase.
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| Author: | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS | Last Updated: September 4, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Robert L. Cowie, MB, FCP(SA), MD, MSc, MFOM - Pulmonology Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine Harold S. Nelson, MD - Allergy and Immunology Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine | |
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