There are approximately 5.1 million children in United States have asthma and 2020 data shows that is 12.8 percent of all children.
If you have asthma or know a child who does you may be wondering:
- What you really need to know so you can control your asthma, instead of it controlling you;
- How to deal with friends, parents, classmates, teachers or others when talking about asthma;
- How you can do all the things you enjoy doing, even with asthma.
Websites for more information
Air Now
Air Now, the Air Quality Index for Kid’s for kids, aged 5 to 10 years, shows children how to moderate their activity to play outside safely when air pollution levels are high and when you should stay inside to play.
All About Asthma for Teens – Asthma Initiative of Michigan
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Many websites and resources for children of different ages are listed here.
Quest for the Code – This CD can also be ordered in English or Spanish by calling the Starlight Foundation at 1-800-315-2580.
Get Asthma Help – Includes asthma games for children under 7, in addition to information for parents and teens.
Have Questions?
How Can I Deal with My Asthma?
Just for Kids – Asthma information and activities to learn about managing asthma.
School, Sports And Other Activities
School, Life, and Asthma for Teens
Sports, Other Activities, and Asthma for Teens
Smoking (Don’t Go There)
NH Youth Network – Breathe NH-creating a new generation of leaders who engage others in matters that impact breathing: tobacco use, air quality and the environment.
Teens Against Tobacco Use – American Lung Association – Teaches young people about tobacco use and how to promote tobacco-free communities.
Meeting Other Kids And Teens
STAR Program – Based at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, in Lebanon, NH, the STAR (Steps Toward Adult Responsibility) provides a variety of resources and support for adolescents with a chronic physical health condition.