BREATHE EASIER:
REDUCE ENVIRONMENTAL
ASTHMA TRIGGERS
We do not know why some people have asthma, but we do
know that "triggers" can cause an asthma attack. Though
asthma triggers are different for each person, there are
some very common triggers found in many homes.
Asthma Triggers
Asthma triggers are allergens and irritants that, when
breathed in, may cause lungs to react badly. Common
types of triggers found in Thurston County include dust
mites, mold, odors, fumes, and pets.
Asthma triggers are allergens and irritants that, when
breathed in, may cause lungs to react badly. Common
types of triggers found in Thurston County include dust
mites, mold, odors, fumes, and pets.
Health care professionals can help you find ways to
better manage asthma, but there are also many things you can
do on your own that make a difference.
Triggers can make asthma attacks happen more often.
Triggers can also make it more difficult to manage the way
asthma makes you feel each day.
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Do Something About Triggers
About 60 children are hospitalized for an asthma attack or
complication every year in Thurston County. Did you
know that conditions in your home such as dust, mold, pets,
and odor could be triggering some of your children’s asthma
attacks?
The Home Environmental Assessment List™ helps people
identify conditions in their homes that may be triggering
asthma attacks. To request a Do-It-Yourself Home Environmental Assessment
List (HEAL©),
please call (360) 867-2674. |
More Resources
To get more information on cleaning, controlling,
and removing mold contact Thurston County Public
Health & Social Services: (360) 867-2568.
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