Cold weather and asthma don’t mix very well. Cold, dry air can irritate the airways and cause spasms. Cold or RTIs (respiratory tract infections) can make asthma worse. And to top it all, it is an underlying condition that makes it susceptible to COVID, which targets the respiratory system.
If you’re going outside, you’ll be wearing a mask, hopefully, and that’s good for your asthma. You’ll also be wearing a scarf, which will keep the respiratory funnel warm.
Get an asthma pump refill
The first thing to remember is to get an asthma pump refill and any other medication you may need by using telemedicine, or telehealth as it’s also known. Make use ...