Test Your Asthma Knowledge: True or False

Take a quiz on Asthma! Test your knowledge on asthma! Is asthma a leading cause of school absences? Can allergies to dust mites and animal allergens trigger asthma? Take the quiz below to learn more!   For additional information on asthma, visit: Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America American Lung Association American Academy of Allergy Asthma

6 Triggers that Increase Chances of an Asthma Attack

Asthma is a chronic condition that inflames and narrows the airways in the lungs. When an asthma attack occurs, the inflammation and swelling of the airways worsen, and mucus production increases making it difficult to breathe. These symptoms can lead to wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. Several triggers can make your asthma worse and

Trick-or-Treating Safely with Allergies and Asthma

Food Allergy Awareness for Halloween Teal is becoming a more and more popular color for Halloween! The Food Allergy Community of East Tennessee started the Teal Pumpkin Project as a local food allergy awareness campaign; in 2014 it was launched nationally. The Teal Pumpkin Project “promotes inclusion of all trick-or-treaters” during Halloween events. Those participating

Air Louisville Study Completed!

Improving Asthma in Louisville, Kentucky Over two years ago the Air Louisville study began. It tracked asthma inhaler usage in Louisville through Propeller Health Bluetooth sensors installed on inhalers. Family Allergy & Asthma partnered with Air Louisville to help distribute the sensors to patients with asthma. The sensors track when, where, and how many times the asthma

New Office Opening in Zionsville, IN!

Updated Zionsville Office Information! Our office has grown since opening, we are now open five days a week for allergy shots and have three physicians who see patients here. Shot Hours Monday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Tuesday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Wednesday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Thursday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm

How You Can Help This National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month

It can be difficult for those who do not suffer from allergies and asthma to understand the daily management and obstacles faced by those who do.  Every May, the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America declares it National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month to raise awareness for these diseases.  Why May?  May is typically peak

Keep Asthma Under Control This Winter

Kentucky and Southern Indiana winters are notorious for their sporadic temperature changes, however it looks like winter is finally here to stay. Changing weather, especially when it comes with cold, dry air can make it more difficult to breathe. When cold, dry air enters the lungs it causes the airways to contract, which is dangerous

Allergies During the Holiday Season

There’s a chill in the air, holiday music playing on the radio, and just about a hundred tasks to get done before the 25th. It’s not just the holiday season, for many, it is tissue season as well. There are many different allergy triggers you can run into during the holidays, whether it is your

7 Apps to Help Manage Allergies and Asthma

If you’ve ever wished that there was an app to make life with allergies and asthma better, there is! In fact, we’ve recommended 7 that will make life easier!

Halloween Tips for Children with Allergies and Asthma

If you have a child with asthma or allergies, Halloween becomes less of a fun event and another thing to worry about. Learn about the Teal Pumpkin project!