As summer winds down, it’s nearly time for your kids to head back to school. If your child has asthma, you know they face unique challenges. Early preparation is key to helping them stay healthy and confident in managing symptoms and preventing respiratory infections.
At Pulse Air Heart and Lung Centre, we’re here to support your family with expert-backed advice and compassionate care. Here are five essential tips every parent, and child, should know before the school bell rings.
1. Update Your Child’s Asthma Action Plan
Schedule a check-up with your child’s healthcare provider to review and update their asthma action plan. This guide outlines daily medications, known triggers, and steps to take during a flare-up. Share the plan with the school nurse and teachers, and include emergency contact information.
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2. Get Ahead of Asthma Triggers
Autumn doesn’t just bring cooler weather, it often heightens asthma symptoms. “Asthma Peak Week” typically falls in mid-to-late September, when hospitals see a spike in asthma-related visits. If prescribed, start preventative medications early and talk to your child about avoiding triggers like pollen, mould, dust mites, and vigorous outdoor activities in cold air.
3. Protect Against Respiratory Infections
Infections like RSV, influenza, and the common cold can worsen asthma. Ensure your child is up to date on vaccinations and practises proper handwashing and coughing etiquette. Consider mask-wearing during peak illness periods.
4. Partner With Your Child’s School
Clear communication with school staff is essential. Make sure they understand your child’s asthma needs and emergency protocols. Confirm that trained personnel are available to respond to symptoms.
Don’t hesitate to advocate for your child’s health needs.
5. Empower Your Child
Confidence starts at home. Teach your child to recognise early symptoms and use their inhaler correctly. Encourage them to speak up when they’re not feeling well. Setting personal asthma goals, like remembering to take medication, can foster independence and reduce incidents.
Breathe Easy This School Year
Take time now to prepare your child for a safe and successful school year. Need guidance? Schedule a respiratory consultation with Pulse Air Heart and Lung Centre. We specialise in helping families manage asthma with personalised care and expert support.
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