The facts are staggering:

  • 1 in 5 Americans are affected by Asthma and Allergies1.
  • 1 in 10 children have asthma2.
  • Asthma and Allergy are the leading cause of missed school and work days3.

We are all familiar with the typical allergy symptoms; however, allergies can also manifest as fatigue, trouble focusing, depression, slowed thinking, ear infections, and dark circles/puffiness under the eyes.

Take the month of May to focus on potential Asthma and Allergy symptoms to improve the quality of life of your patients!

Sources:

  1. AAFA
  2. CDC. National Surveillance of Asthma: United States, 2001-2010. http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/series/sr_03/sr03_035.pdf.
  3. [1] Centers for Disease Control. Asthma. http://www.cdc.gov/asthma/default.htm.