Asthma
Essential information about asthma, including information from Harvard Health Publications. Learn common risk factors, symptoms, medications, and facts about living with the condition.

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Common Asthma Triggers
To manage asthma successfully you need information on what causes the attacks. Get a list of common allergens and irritants that could be triggering your asthma.

Lifestyle Issues
The first step in dealing with asthma is diagnosing it. Find tips for recognizing the symptoms, day-to-day living and traveling with the condition, and get new information on a gene that could be key in finding a cure.

Your Management Plan
Developing an asthma management plan with your health care team can help you determine which medication works best for you and what other strategies you can use to improve your condition.

Harvard Report
Better Homes and Gardens brings you a Harvard Health Special Report that includes all the information you need on identifying, diagnosing and treating asthma.