Fatherhood is a beautiful yet demanding journey. It comes with joy, pride, sleepless nights, emotional highs, and a mountain of responsibility. Now add asthma into the mix, and the challenges multiply. As someone living with asthma, the thought of becoming a father isn’t just about baby names and school admissions, it’s also about whether my […]
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Asthma is not just a medical condition, it’s a journey that involves the entire family. While mothers often take on the nurturing and caregiving role, fathers play an equally vital but sometimes understated part in supporting a child with asthma. Their strength often shows in actions more than words, and their quiet presence can provide
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Every year on June 5th, we celebrate World Environment Day, a time to reflect on our relationship with nature and renew our commitment to a healthier planet. For people with asthma, the environment isn’t just a background, it plays a central role in how we feel, breathe, and live. While we often associate green spaces,
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As COVID-19 cases begin to rise again in India, many of us with asthma are asking an important question: “Should I be worried?” While we’ve come a long way since 2020, the concern isn’t gone, especially for people with chronic respiratory conditions. This blog is here to help you stay informed and prepared, without panic.
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You’re not the one who smokes, but you’re the one coughing. Struggling to breathe. Reaching for your inhaler. For many people with asthma, the biggest asthma trigger isn’t pollution or weather, it’s someone they love. If you live with a smoker, encouraging them to quit isn’t just about their health. It’s about protecting yours. In
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“I only smoke once in a while, what’s the harm?”“Hookah is herbal, it’s safer, right?”“It’s just social smoking. I don’t even inhale much.” These are statements we’ve all heard or said. But if you’re living with asthma, even occasional smoking or being around hookah isn’t harmless. In fact, it can be more dangerous than regular
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As the summer sun blazes across India, many of us prepare for the heat with cooler clothes and chilled drinks. But for those living with asthma, summer preparation involves much more, especially at home. From rising dust levels to increased indoor allergens, your living space could quickly become a danger zone. The good news? A
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Living with asthma in India means more than just managing triggers, it’s about adapting to a constantly changing climate. From scorching summer heat to dusty pre-monsoon winds, weather plays a huge role in how our lungs behave. In this blog, we’ll explore how different weather conditions, especially summer and pre-monsoon transitions affect asthma and what
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Helping Your Child Understand Their Breath Explaining asthma to your child isn’t just about teaching them medical facts, it’s about helping them feel safe, understood, and in control of their body. Whether your child has just been diagnosed or is starting to ask questions, this guide will help you talk about asthma in a way
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When Work Stress Takes Your Breath Away Deadlines. Zoom calls. Constant Slack pings. Long hours in cold AC rooms or open spaces with perfume-laden colleagues. While this may sound like a typical workday, for people with asthma or high blood pressure, it’s a minefield of hidden triggers. Workplace stress is often considered a mental health
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