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Article: School's start brings more asthma attacks
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- August 21, 2006
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Back to school is a tough time for many students, but it's
especially difficult for kids with asthma.
A recent study found that asthma attacks peak shortly after the
school year starts. And a new poll by the American Lung Association
has found that most parents have not taken steps to manage their
child's asthma at school.
The poll found that 52 percent of parents don't talk to teachers
about their child's asthma, and only 42 percent make sure asthma
medications are available at school. Only 27 percent talk to the
school administration about their child's health condition.
'SEPTEMBER EPIDEMIC'
Many parents are reluctant to take such steps because they're
afraid to label their child. ...