There are about 28 million people in the US. have asthmaOr about one in 12 people – and depending on where you live, the condition may be more difficult to manage.
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) recently released its Asthma Capitals report, which ranks the 100 most populous U.S. states based on how challenging they are for people living with the chronic disease. Respiratory Disease,
“This is not a report about ‘bad’ cities for asthma — rather, it is a report that points out factors that can make life with asthma more challenging,” Kenneth Mendez, president and CEO of AAFA in Virginia, told Fox News Digital via email.
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The report designates “asthma capitals” based on the prevalence of the disease, the number of asthma-related emergency room visits, and asthma-related deaths.
Approximately 28 million people in the United States, or one in 12, suffer from asthma. (iStock)
“The cities that topped the report scored above average in at least two of these categories,” Mendez said.
“High rates of hospitalisation or death due to asthma reflect the poor quality of life of people with asthma in these cities.”
The report also acknowledges that where people live has a significant impact. Effects on their healthMendez said.
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“Social, economic and environmental adversities play an important role in determining asthma outcomes,” he said.
“Many of the top asthma capitals also face major challenges and inequities that lead to Health Inequalities,
Asthma sufferers should have an action plan that includes medications, ways to recognize worsening symptoms, and steps to take in an emergency. (iStock)
Asthma risk factors – including: Air QualityThe report also covers poverty, access to specialists, tobacco policies, use of medications and lack of health insurance.
“We see this report as a way to highlight the factors that influence asthma,” Mendez said.
Top 20 ‘Asthma Capitals’
AAFA has identified the following 20 cities as the top “Asthma Capitals.”
1. Wichita, Kansas
2. Virginia Beach, Virginia
3. Greenville, South Carolina
4. Dallas, Texas
5.Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
6. Tulsa, Oklahoma
7. Richmond, Virginia
8. Des Moines, Iowa
9. Raleigh, North Carolina
10. Fayetteville, Arkansas
11. Allentown, Pennsylvania
12. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
13. Sarasota, Florida
14. Houston, Texas
15. Columbia, South Carolina
16. Orlando, Florida
17. Little Rock, Arkansas
18. Chattanooga, Tennessee
19. Greensboro, North Carolina
20. Kansas City, Missouri
Wichita, Kansas, was the top major US city for challenging asthma conditions. (iStock)
The report provides a complete list of the 100 Top Asthma Capitals, which can be accessed on the AAFA website.
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6 tips for those living in the ‘asthma capital’
For those with asthma who live in more challenging locations, the AAFA recommends taking the following steps to make the situation more tolerable.
1. Follow the asthma action plan
To keep asthma under control, this plan should include the following information: About medicinesHow to recognize worsening symptoms and steps to take in an emergency.
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2. Get the recommended vaccines
Mendez said that Getting Vaccines This medication can help manage asthma symptoms for respiratory infections such as flu, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumonia.
3. Take steps to manage allergies and indoor air quality
“We spend 90% of our time indoors, so taking steps to improve indoor air quality is important,” Mendez told Fox News Digital.
One expert said, “Patients should talk to their health care team to decide which plan is best for them.” (iStock)
“These may include access to certified asthmatics and asthma testing.” Allergy-Friendly air purifiers, and ensuring that cleaning products reduce allergens and are free of airway irritants.”
4. Follow infection safety protocols
According to Mendez, this can include wearing a mask in crowded places, washing hands thoroughly and avoiding contact with sick people.
“We spend 90% of our time indoors, so taking steps to improve indoor air quality is important.”
5. Adopt a healthy lifestyle
Get plenty of rest, drink enough water, and eat enough food healthy foods According to the AAFA, this may help make asthma more tolerable.
6. Keep in touch with an asthma specialist
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“There are treatment options available that can help prevent the risk of asthma attacks, making it possible to live with this long-term lung disease,” Mendez said.
“Patients should talk to their doctors. Health Care Team to determine what plan is best for them.”
