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Useful Sites
American Lung Association -- Asthma
About this site: According to the American Lung Association, more than 17 million Americans suffer from this chronic disease. If that includes you or someone you love, check out the organization's Web site to learn how to work with your family doctor to manage asthma. Find out how to monitor peak flow, check out a sample plan of action for handling an attack, and get examples of precautions you can take at home. There's also advice specifically for children and seniors with asthma. (http://www.lungusa.org/asthma/)  Pluses: There's a fact sheet on occupational lung disease.  Minuses: It can be hard to find what you need in the jumble of hyperlinks on some topic pages.  Best feature: Sign up for one or both of the asthma newsletters, and have the latest news and research emailed to you weekly or monthly. |
Allernet
About this site: If seasonal allergies send you running indoors, visit Allernet for tips on how to get quick relief. You can also find an allergy specialist in your area or learn how to interpret pollen and mold counts. There's even a photo library of microscopic allergens if you want to see what the pesky critters look like up close. (http://www.allernet.com/) Pluses: The helpful hints page provides advice on everything from distinguishing allergic reactions from colds to reducing your exposure to indoor mold spores. Minuses: Some information is presented in a disorganized and confusing way. Best feature: The find a therapist page provides links to find an allergist near you. |
Mayo Clinic Allergy &Asthma Center
About this site: "Reliable Information for a Healthier Life." That's what the Mayo Clinic promises on this site, and it delivers with headline news, medical reference articles, and interactive quizzes designed to help you better manage any allergy. (http://www.mayohealth.org/home?id=3.1.1) Pluses: Wide range of topics; covers everything from food to latex allergies. Minuses: No information on ongoing allergy research or clinical trials. Best feature: The First Aid section offers information on how to prepare for allergy and asthma emergencies. |
The Weather Channel's Allergy Report
About this site: Find out if this is a good or bad day for your allergies, courtesy of The Weather Channel. The site features national maps that note the daily ragweed, grass pollen, and mold spore levels in different areas. It also supplies basic allergy advice from former Surgeon General C. Everett Koop. (http://www.weather.com/health/) Pluses: Allergy maps are constantly updated. Minuses: No information about allergy treatments is given. Best feature: Create your own allergy profile. |
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