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KMJ HOLDS FUN RUN FOR CLEAN VALLEY AIR
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RANCH FUNDRAISER BENEFITS ASTHMA PATIENTS
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ENTER OUR GOLF TOURNAMENT NOW
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DINNER PARTY TO CLEAR THE AIR FOR LUNG DISEASE
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Welcome

The Fresno County Asthma Coalition is a diverse group of agencies and organizations. Members volunteer their time to meet and strategize approaches to providing asthma education and advocacy efforts to improve environmental factors that effect school-aged children where they live, learn, and play.

News

Below you'll find the latest news on asthma related news in Fresno, air quality, and asthma -related grant announcements, job opportunities, events, etc. This information changes frequently. Award Opportunities: EPA Indoor Air Quality in Schools Awards	06/04/2009
Funding Opportunities: ARB Funding Available to Upgrade Truck Fleets and Reduce Emissions	06/04/2009
Funding Opportunities: HHS Funding Available to Strengthen Non-Profits	06/04/2009
Events: Pesticide Watch and GreenAction hosting Grassroots Lobbying Trainings	05/22/2009
Events: The California Endowment Health Exchange Academy in Sacramento	05/22/2009
Funding Announcement: Packard, Irvine, and Hewlett Foundations Community Leadership Project	05/22/2009
Funding Announcement: NIH and NHLBI Funding for Translational Programs in Lung Disease	05/22/2009

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What is Asthma?

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease that decreases the flow of air into and out of the lungs.

With asthma the airways of the lung become inflamed, the muscles around the airways tighten, and the lungs produce more mucus.
Asthma can be controlled through education, asthma management skills, and appropriate medications.

What are Some of the Symptoms of Asthma?

• Coughing
• Chest Tightness
• Shortness of Breath
• Wheezes
• What Things May Trigger Asthma?
• Respiratory Infections
• Cigarette Smoke
• Animal Dander
• Dust
• Pollen
• Strong Emotions
• Perfume
• Smog (air pollution)
• Weather Changes
• Chemical Sprays (pesticides, air fresheners, household cleaners)