About Asthma
Asthma is a chronic, or life long, disease that can be serious – even life threatening. There is no cure for asthma, but it can be managed so you can live a normal, healthy life. The good news is that asthma is manageable and treatable.
The more you can learn about asthma, the better you and your loved ones can manage living with this disease, making the most of every day, and maintaining the quality of life that is important to you.
There are many resources available to people living with asthma and their loved ones. We have information and tools created by the American Lung Association for your use. There are also resources provided by partners of the Lung Association. Be sure to check out the other areas of our asthma section.
Asthma in Schools
How asthma-friendly is your school? Students with asthma miss more than 14 million 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 Control of Your Asthma
Taking control of your asthma will improve your quality of life. Asthma control depends on two things: being able to get good medical care and having good asthma management skills. » More
Making Treatment Decisions
The Lung Association has tools and information to help answer any questions you may have about your asthma management and treatment. » More
Asthma Advocacy
The American Lung Association advocates for policy change on behalf of children and adults with asthma at the federal, state, and local levels. » More
In-Depth Resources
For health professionals, asthma educators and others looking for more detail about the science of asthma and our resources. » More
