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Asthma Friend is a supportive online community for people living with asthma. Find practical tips, shared experiences, and resources to help you breathe easier and manage your asthma.

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Why I Turned Asthma Education Into Games

Issue #13 Hi friend, I want to share something close to my heart today. For most of my life, asthma education meant fear. Pamphlets filled with warnings.Doctor visits filled with instructions.And a constant feeling of “If you mess this up, you’ll pay for it with your breath.” No one ever taught me asthma in a way that felt human. No one helped me practice real-life situations: How to notice danger early How to react without panic How to build confidence instead of fear Everything was...

Issue #12 Hi Everyone, I wanted to share something very close to my heart today. When you live with asthma, one of the hardest moments isn’t just the symptoms, it’s the confusion during flare-ups.What should I do now?Is this serious?When do I escalate? I’ve personally felt that panic more times than I can count. That’s why I finally built something I’ve wanted to create for a long time a free Asthma Action Plan Generator. This tool helps you: Create a clear, personalized asthma action plan...

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Issue #11 Hello Friends, New Year celebrations are meant to feel hopeful and joyful but if you live with asthma, this time of year can also bring a quiet sense of worry. Fireworks, smoke, cold winter air, strong fragrances, late nights… all of these can turn a celebration into an asthma flare-up if we’re not careful. Over the years, I’ve realised that celebrating with asthma isn’t about avoiding fun, it’s about planning smartly. That’s why I’ve shared a new blog on Asthma Friend: Asthma...

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Issue #10 Hi Friends, Last Sunday, I shared a personal reel about something I carried silently for years, being ashamed to use my inhaler in school and later even at work. Many of you related, and that made me realize something important: 👉 The first step towards asthma awareness in India is owning our stories. But here’s the truth, my story alone won’t be enough to bring the change we all want. This is not my community, this is our community. That’s why I would love for you to share your...

Issue #9 Hi Friends, I hope this week treated you gently. At Asthma Friend, we know small changes like how you paint your home, clean your spacer, or manage reflux can make a big difference. Here’s what we explored this week to help you breathe a little easier. Featured Blog of the Week 🖌 Renovating? Why Low-VOC Paints Matter for AsthmaPaint fumes can be a hidden asthma trigger. Learn how to choose low-VOC paints in India, improve ventilation during renovations, and keep your home...

Issue #8 Hi Friends, This Friendship Day, we’re celebrating the people who remind us to carry our inhaler, tell us to mask up when the air feels heavy, and skip the bonfire because they know what smoke can do to our lungs. Because true friendship isn’t just emotional, it’s also practical. At Asthma Friend, we believe in the quiet heroes in our lives, friends, classmates, colleagues, who help us breathe easier, one thoughtful action at a time. In this special edition, we’re sharing: 💚 A new...

Sleep better with asthma friend community

Issue #7 Breathe Easier, Sleep Better: Your Complete Guide to Sleep Apnea and Asthma Hello Asthma Friend Community, We're thrilled to bring you an in-depth exploration of a crucial topic that deeply impacts many of us Sleep Apnea and Asthma. Drawing from personal experiences, research, and expert insights, we've created an extensive resource to guide you in managing these intertwined conditions. 🌙 Understanding Sleep Apnea for Asthma Patients Sleep apnea can significantly complicate asthma...

asthma buddy

Issue #5 Introducing Asthma Buddy – Your 24/7 AI Companion We’re excited to share something we’ve been quietly working on behind the scenes: Asthma Buddy, a custom AI tool built on ChatGPT and trained on all the content from Asthma Friend: blogs, podcasts, community insights, and more. Whether you’re looking for trigger advice, lifestyle tips, or just someone to answer your questions, Asthma Buddy is here for you, anytime. ✅ Trained on everything we’ve published ♻️ Updated every week with...

Issue #5 Hi , If you’ve felt your asthma getting worse lately… you’re not alone.Summer heat, sudden rain, dusty winds, weather changes are one of the most common (and sneaky) asthma triggers. This week, we focused fully on helping you prepare and protect yourself. ☀️ Is Your Home Summer-Ready for Asthma? Simple cleaning can reduce indoor triggers like dust, pollen, and mold. We created a room-by-room checklist to help you prep your home for the season. 📋 See our checklist 🌤️ How Weather...

Issue #4 This World Hypertension Day, we’re reflecting on a challenge many in our community quietly live with: Managing both asthma and high blood pressure, while navigating work, stress, urban life and the emotional weight that comes with it. These aren’t just medical conditions, they are lifestyle challenges that impact how we work, breathe, and show up every day. This past week, we’ve published a series of blogs that explore this intersection from different angles, and we’ve released a...