Where Can I Find Out More About Pediatric Asthma?
More information on pediatric asthma is available at these websites recommended by the U.S. News & World Report Library:
The Asthma Wizard
Brought to you by the National Jewish Medical and Research Center, the Wizard "is an expert about asthma, and he's here to teach kids like you everything he knows."
Asthma in Children (National Library of Medicine)
Latest news, treatment options, disease management, clinical trials, and related issues
Asthma and Children (American Lung Association)
Early warning signs that your child may have asthma, tips on controlling your child's asthma, an overview of asthma medication for children, and more
Children With Allergies and Asthma (American Academy of Pediatrics)
Includes handouts developed by the AAP Section on Allergy and Immunology Pediatric Asthma and links to additional websites with pediatric allergy information
The Consortium on Children's Asthma Camps
Founded in 1988, the consortium provides a list of camps throughout the United States and includes a pre-camp guide for parents of children going to asthma camps.
"Just for Kids" (AAAAI)
Developed by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology especially for children, this section includes puzzles and games developed to help them learn to manage their asthma.