Asthma
Asthma is a lung disease that makes breathing difficult for nearly 23 million Americans, including 7 million children. Learning more about the disease is the first step in helping children and adults with asthma breathe easier.
Living with Asthma
Asthma is a lung disease that makes breathing difficult for nearly 23 million Americans, including 7 million children. The Lung Association has been leading the fight against asthma for many years, through research, education and advocacy. Learning more about the disease is the first step in helping children and adults with asthma breathe easier. >> Learn More
For Patients, Families and Caregivers
- Making Treatment Decisions
- Taking Control of Your Asthma
- Breathe Well, Live Well: An Asthma Self-management Program for Adults
Asthma in Schools
How asthma-friendly is your school? Students with asthma miss nearly 13 million lost school days every year due to illness. But there are things that you can do to help make sure that children with asthma stay healthy, in school and ready to learn. >> Learn More
Take Action
We advocate for policy change on behalf of children and adults with asthma at the federal, state, and local levels.
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In-Depth Resources
For health professionals, asthma educators and others looking for more detail about the science of asthma and our resources.
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