Learn About Asthma

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 a high quality of life.

Asthma is a chronic (or lifelong) disease that can be serious—even life-threatening. There is no cure for asthma. The good news is that with proper management, you or your loved one with asthma can live a normal, healthy life.

Asthma Facts

More than 25 million Americans have asthma, including 5.5 million children. It causes millions of lost school and workdays every year and billions in healthcare costs. Learn more about asthma trends and disease burden in our Asthma Trends Brief.

Get facts

Lung Health Navigation Team

Our Lung HelpLine Navigation Team empowers people to understand and manage their lung health. We offer FREE one-on-one education programs to support those living with lung disease including asthma.

Join the Patient & Caregiver Network

Your community is here to support you. Whether you’re a patient living with a chronic lung disease or a caregiver, join the Patient & Caregiver Network to get direct access to timely education, support, and connection.

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

Page last updated: October 23, 2024

No upcoming events near you