“I really liked camp because it taught me a lot about my asthma. At the camp I learned how to breathe better when I run. Now I can run farther without getting tired. Before the camp I would wheeze at night and it was hard to sleep. Now I sleep better.”

Luis De La Torre,
Asthma Camper,
San Jose

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Hayfever

Hayfever affects 10% to 20% of the U.S. population and is the most common allergy in the country.

What is Hayfever?

Hay fever is an allergic response to pollen or other microscopic substances that are only present at certain times of the year.

Causes

The body releases histamine in response to the allergen. Histamines cause sinuses to swell.

Symptoms

Congestion, sneezing, itchy eyes, fatigue, and runny nose.

Treatments

A doctor may perform a skin test to discover the source of the allergen. Avoide the allegen whenever possible. There are also many drugs available however a doctor should be consulted before use. If the hay fever is sever a face mask may need to be worn, and the use of an air conditioner filter may be recommended.