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Welcome! Here at Asthma On Air, we dive into the science, policies, and personal stories shaping the way we understand and manage asthma in today’s world.
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Ep. 7: Mind and Body (opens the original)
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In the seventh episode of IHEC’s series on asthma, Fatima and Sofia explore the mental health aspects of asthma with valuable insight from Dr. Melissa Engel. Together, they explore the bi-directional relationship between asthma and mental health struggles like depression and anxiety, strategies to build resilience in those with asthma and their caregivers, and the hopeful connection between asthma control and improved quality of life, rooted in the idea that asthma is just one part of a patient’
Ep. 6: Environmental Hazards (opens the original)
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In the sixth episode of our series on asthma, we learn more about how asthma is affected by what’s on all of our minds in the hot summer months: climate change. With Elena Grossman, we hear about the specific challenges of handling a condition that is difficult to see, and how seasonal changes, flooding, forest fires, and other environmental hazards impact respiratory and public health. Elena Grossman has over 20 years of experience in community and stakeholder engagement with public and private
Ep. 5: Beyond Borders (opens the original)
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In the fifth episode of our series on asthma, we travel north! Meridith Mueller and Cris Rameker share their work with the Wisconsin Asthma Program, discussing interventions that care for individuals with asthma at home, school, and more. Together, we discover what makes Wisconsin’s programs unique—and, most importantly, Illinois’ and Wisconsin’s common strategies for improving the asthma outlook. Meridith Mueller is the Evaluation Specialist for the Wisconsin Asthma Program. Cris Rameker is the
Ep. 4: Policy and Advocacy (opens the original)
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In the fourth episode of our series on respiratory health, we dive deep into asthma policy and advocacy, particularly in the city of Chicago. Matt Siemer, the executive director of Mobile Care Chicago, has spent many years working with the organization, and highlights the impact that they have made, and how rewarding it is to see kids with asthma achieve their dreams, and watch these families grow up. Join us as we discuss Mobile Care Chicago’s mission, environmental effects on asthma, Medicaid,
Ep. 3: What is Home Visiting? (opens the original)
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In the third episode of our series on respiratory health, we transition to discussing one treatment option for asthma, home visiting. With input from Rhonda Lay, we discuss the evolution of the field, how it works to address asthma and social determinants of health, virtual options, and future directions. Rhonda Lay, from Sinai Urban Health Institute, has spent 15 years working with asthma patients on the West Side of Chicago. Initially an asthma educator, she currently serves as a senior commun
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