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 nightsā¦ all of these can turn a celebration into an asthma flare-up if weāre not careful. Over the years, Iāve realised that celebrating with asthma isnāt about avoiding fun, itās about planning smartly. Thatās why Iāve 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: š The first step towards asthma awareness in India is owning our stories. But hereās the truth, my story alone wonāt be enough to bring the change we all want. This is not my community, this is our community. Thatās why I would love for you to share your...
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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. Hereās what we explored this week to help you breathe a little easier. Featured Blog of the Week š 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...
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Issue #8 Hi Friends, This Friendship Day, weāre 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 isnāt just emotional, itās 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, weāre sharing: š A new...
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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. š Understanding Sleep Apnea for Asthma Patients Sleep apnea can significantly complicate asthma...
6 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Issue #5 Introducing Asthma Buddy ā Your 24/7 AI Companion Weāre excited to share something weāve 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 youāre looking for trigger advice, lifestyle tips, or just someone to answer your questions, Asthma Buddy is here for you, anytime. ā
Trained on everything weāve published ā»ļø Updated every week with...
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Issue #5 Hi , If youāve felt your asthma getting worse latelyā¦ youāre 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. āļø 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. š See our checklist š¤ļø How Weather...
8 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Issue #4 This World Hypertension Day, weāre 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 arenāt just medical conditions, they are lifestyle challenges that impact how we work, breathe, and show up every day. This past week, weāve published a series of blogs that explore this intersection from different angles, and weāve released a...
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Issue #3 A Special Motherās Day Note from Asthma Friend This Motherās Day, we want to shine a light on a different kind of love, the kind that sits beside you during an asthma attack, packs your inhaler without fail, and makes your environment just a little safer every day. Whether youāre a child supported by a selfless mom, or someone looking for ways to support a mom with asthma, this newsletter is for you. 1. Thank You, Mom | For Every Breath Made Easier Behind every asthmatic child is...
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