Asthma in Children: Working Together to Get it Under Control
A CDC overview of how families, schools and clinicians work together to manage childhood asthma.
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Short videos to learn more about your asthma.
Most videos are in English. Scroll down for the section with videos in Spanish.
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What is Asthma?
A two-minute animated introduction from the American Lung Association explaining what happens inside the airways during asthma and what can trigger a flare-up.
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Playlists
What is Asthma?
Start here: the basics of airways, symptoms and diagnosis in children.
Does My Child Have Asthma?
A pediatric hospital explains the common signs and symptoms parents should watch for.
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How Inhalers Work
Device technique, spacers and getting the medicine where it belongs.
Using a Metered Dose Inhaler with a Spacer
Step-by-step demonstration of correct spacer technique.
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How to Use a Metered-Dose Inhaler without a Valved Holding Chamber
Correct technique when using an inhaler on its own.
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Mastering Your Inhaler: Step-by-Step to Using a Spacer with a Metered-Dose Inhaler
A clear walkthrough of using a valved holding chamber correctly.
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How Do I Use My Inhaler? For Children
A child-friendly demonstration designed to build confidence with self-administration under supervision.
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School & Emergency Response
Classroom preparedness and what to do when medicine needs to be given fast.
School Education, Lesson 1: Asthma - Management of Classroom Emergencies
Guidance for teachers and staff on recognising and responding to an asthma emergency at school.
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Using a Metered Dose Inhaler (Inhaler in Mouth)
A quick, clear demonstration of giving reliever medicine without a spacer when one isn't available.
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Trigger Prevention & Monitoring
Practical home changes and simple tools that help track control day to day.
How Indoor Air Quality Impacts Your Lungs
Practical tips for reducing indoor triggers and improving the air at home.
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How to Use a Peak Flow Meter
Learn the correct way to use a peak flow meter to monitor day-to-day control.
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Parent & Family Resources
Support for the people doing the daily managing, including calming techniques and nebulizer care.
Teach a Child to Belly Breathe for Relaxation
A simple relaxation technique to help a child feel calmer during symptoms.
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How to Properly Use a Nebulizer
A step-by-step guide to giving nebulized medicine safely at home.
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En español — videos in Spanish
Trusted asthma videos spoken in Spanish, for Spanish-speaking families.
¿Qué es el asma?
A short Spanish-language explainer on what asthma does to the airways.
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¿Mi hijo tiene asma?
In Spanish: the signs of asthma in children and when to see a doctor.
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Cómo usar un inhalador de dosis fija con espaciador
The CDC spacer demonstration, narrated in Spanish.
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Cómo usar un inhalador de dosis medida con cámara de retención con válvula
Step-by-step inhaler and valved holding chamber technique in Spanish.
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Cómo usar un medidor de flujo máximo
Peak flow meter technique explained in Spanish.
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Medicinas para el asma: de control y de rescate
In Spanish: the difference between everyday controller medicine and quick-relief medicine.
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Desencadenantes del asma
A Spanish-language guide to spotting and reducing asthma triggers at home.
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La importancia del plan de acción contra el asma
In Spanish: why every family needs a written asthma action plan.
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Our own videos
Videos from our own family and community.
What is asthma?
Asthma Awareness: Video One
Symptoms of asthma
Asthma Awareness: Video Two
What causes an asthma attack?
Asthma Awareness: Video Three