Strategies for Addressing Asthma for Healthcare Providers

Share these messages, tips and resources with asthma patients.

Most people with asthma should be able to control their disease with proper care. When healthcare providers—including health professionals, asthma educators or patient advocates—deliver asthma care based on the evidence-based asthma guidelines, patients can experience better health outcomes and quality of life. Below are priority messages along with tips and resources you can share to help provide guidelines-based asthma care and education.

Priority Messages to Share with Patients:

Remember. You can be active and healthy with asthma and do all the things that you want to do. Don't let asthma hold you back. Talk to your doctor about taking control of your asthma today.

Below are six steps along with tips and resources to improve your asthma control:

  • Download an asthma action plan (available in English and Spanish) to bring to your next appointment.
  • Take Asthma Basics to learn more about your asthma and to understand the importance of an asthma action plan.

Most people with asthma need one or more medicines to help control their disease. Work with your doctor, pharmacist, or asthma educator to make sure you are using the medication the right way.

Know your asthma triggers and learn how to manage them.

Know your early warning signs of an asthma episode.

Reviewed and approved by the American Lung Association Scientific and Medical Editorial Review Panel.

Page last updated: June 7, 2024

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