Asthma Resources

(Note: Some of these links take you outside of the Maine.gov website.)

General Asthma Resources

The Pathway to Managing Your Asthma Infographic (American Lung Association) (PDF)
This infographic encompasses the four components of the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) guidelines for better asthma management; assessment and monitoring, understanding asthma medication, proactive doctor visits, creating an asthma action plan, and learning asthma self-management skills. At the end of the pathway it links asthma patients to learn more about asthma by taking the Lung Association's free interactive online learning module Asthma Basics.

Expert Panel Report 3 (EPR3): Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma (National Heart Lung and Blood Institute)
The EPR 3 Guidelines on Asthma was developed by an expert panel commissioned by the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program Coordinating Committee, coordinated by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health.

Asthma in the Workplace

How Lung-Friendly is Your Workplace Infographic (American Lung Association) (PDF)
This infographic highlights the commonality of lung disease among adults and its cost in healthcare and lost productivity. The infographic also identifies common workplace irritants/hazards and steps to create a lung-friendly workplace. This infographic also links to the Lung Association's corporate wellness page.

Attack Asthma (U.S. Environmental Agency and the Ad Council)
This initiative shares information especially tailored for children and their parents or caregivers. The site contains interactive games where children can learn about asthma and triggers and how to avoid an attack.

Resources about Asthma Triggers

Breathe Easy in Maine
Residents and visitors benefit from Maine's statewide laws that prohibit smoking in workplaces and indoor public places.

Maine QuitLink
The Maine QuitLink is an online resource to support Maine residents to be tobacco-free and to connect to tobacco treatment. The staff through the Maine QuitLink offer expert counseling and are committed to making a difference through support that can help you stay tobacco-free for life.

Air Quality Resources

Air Quality Forecast (Bureau of Air Quality)
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Air Quality established this site to inform the general public of current air quality concentrations and expected air quality concentrations for the upcoming 48 hours. Air quality forecasts are scheduled to be updated by 3:00 pm weekdays and other times as necessary. Air Quality forecasts are also available on the Bureau's Air Quality Hotline at (800) 223-1196.

EnviroFlash Notification {Ozone Alert} (Bureau of Air Quality)
EnviroFlash is an automated, zip code based, electronic alert system that warns people when air quality is likely to be poor in their area.

IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) Tools for Schools (Environmental Protection Agency)
The IAQ Tools for Schools Program is a comprehensive resource to help schools maintain a healthy environment in school buildings by identifying, correcting, and preventing IAQ problems.

Asthma Management in Schools

Asthma-Friendly Schools Initiative Toolkit (American Lung Association)
This is a toolkit that was developed for community and school coalitions as a step-by-step guide for creating asthma-friendly school environments.

Athletes and Asthma: The Community Coach’s Role (Minnesota Department of Health)
This free training course was created so coaches could learn about asthma, how it affects an athlete's ability to compete, and how the coach can help athletes manage their symptoms while playing their very best.

Maine School IPM (Integrated Pest Management) Program
IPM is a decision-making process that combines practical pest management strategies to prevent or control pests in ways that reduce risks to health and the environment. This site has guides, posters, and additional resources for school nurses, teachers, and other school staff to prevent and manage asthma-triggering pests, pesticides, and cleaning products.

Asthma Management in Maine Schools (Department of Education)
The Maine Department of Education created this webpage to provide resources for management of chronic conditions in students for professionals working in Maine schools. The available resources for asthma management include Asthma Management: Guidelines for Maine Schools, as well as sample forms to assist school nurses in welcoming students with asthma.

Asthma Management For Child Care Providers
View a two minute training video to provide education on the effective management of asthma in young children for child care providers.