Hospital for Children

Pediatric Asthma Program

To help prevent an asthma attack, it is important to identify your triggers and learn how you can avoid them.

Exercise	Only with good control of your asthma will you be able to play or exercise as much as you want.
Colds Flu Cold Air Change in Weather	Wash your hands often Get a flu shot every Fall
Mice & Rats Roaches Water Bugs	Keep food in airtight containers Notify landlord or call an exterminator if you have rodents Use traps
Furry & Feathered Pets	Keep pets out of the bedroom
Weeds Grasses Trees Pollen Mold	During pollen season, keep the windows closed and use air conditioners Shower before bed if you have been outdoors Repair water damaged areas in your home
Smoke Air Pollution Dust & Dust Mites Strong Smells Perfumes & Body Sprays Cleaning Products	DON’T SMOKE Stay away from all kinds of smoke, including second hand smoke Cover pillows and mattresses with allergy covers Wash linens in hot water Keep stuffed animals off the bed Stay away from strong smells Avoid exposure to cleaning fumes, perfumes and hairspray

This page was last updated on: March 21, 2008.

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