Not all breathing techniques are created equal—especially during an asthma attack. Let’s separate the facts from fiction. If you’ve ever had to rely on breathing control methods during an asthma attack, you know how confusing the advice out there can be. Some of it works, some doesn’t—and some might even make things worse. In this…
Managing asthma flare-ups during exercise is something I talk about with my patients all the time. And honestly, I get it—it’s frustrating when you’re trying to stay active and suddenly you’re wheezing, coughing, or feeling like you can’t catch your breath. I’ve seen it firsthand, both in the clinic and out on the trails. Some…
If you have asthma, you might’ve noticed something strange: when one person starts coughing and wheezing, another asthmatic nearby sometimes does too. It’s almost like a domino effect. So, that brings up an interesting question—can asthma trigger asthma in others? I get asked this all the time. The short answer? No, asthma itself isn’t contagious….