See the Invisible: Living with an Invisible or Rare Disease

Asthma, Allergies and Travel.  These words can strike fear in those who have to encounter all of these together.  I will go over tips in this episode on how to make a trip safer.

Note - I used the word "safer" because in some instances, even if you've taken appropriate steps, dander and other allergens can travel on other people's clothes. 

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https://www.aafa.org/traveling-with-asthma-allergies/

https://www.aarp.org/travel/travel-tips/safety/info-2019/flying-with-allergies.html

Today I will explore how the ADA addresses Asthma and Allergies. Some may not realize that both Asthma and Allergies are considered disabilities and protected under the Abilities with Disabilities Act.  Links to information regarding the ADA are in the description below.

Source:

Are Asthma and Allergies Disabilities? | AAFA.org

ADA Information:

ADA.gov homepage

ADA Designated Investigative Services

Disclaimer: 

I am in no way a medical, insurance or legal expert.  If you 

have any questions in those areas, please be sure that you contact a specialist in that field.  I will discuss topics or articles that I have found on publicly accessible means.  Any opinion discussed is based on my experiences and my understanding of that particular topic and how it pertains to my life with my illness. It is not meant to, and should not be, used in place of any medical advice.

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

Today I will review some of the information regarding when you're pregnant and have asthma. 

Source:

https://www.aafa.org/asthma-during-pregnancy/

Disclaimer: 

I am in no way a medical, insurance or legal expert.  If you 

have any questions in those areas, please be sure that you contact a specialist in that field.  I will discuss topics or articles that I have found on publicly accessible means.  Any opinion discussed is based on my experiences and my understanding of that particular topic and how it pertains to my life with my illness. It is not meant to, and should not be, used in place of any medical advice.

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

In part 3 of exploring Asthma, we look at what to look for in an infant or toddler who may have asthma.  

Disclaimer: 

I am in no way a medical, insurance or legal expert.  If you 

have any questions in those areas, please be sure that you contact a specialist in that field.  I will discuss topics or articles that I have found on publicly accessible means.  Any opinion discussed is based on my experiences and my understanding of that particular topic and how it pertains to my life with my illness. It is not meant to, and should not be, used in place of any medical advice.

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

Sources:

Asthma in Infants | AAFA.org

Bronchiolitis - Bing

Croup - Bing

pulmonary aspiration - Bing

Epiglottis - Bing

We continue to explore Asthma in this episode, as well as take more of a look at accessibility.  There are different types of Asthma and the recognition of which type of a patient has is very important in treatment.  The statistics on the impact of Asthma are staggering in loss of school, work, medical costs, and most importantly, human life.  I know that I found many of these statistics a surprise and many of these issues need to be addressed. 

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

Sources

https://languages.oup.com/google-dictionary-en/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/expert-answers/vocal-cord-dysfunction/faq-20058019

https://www.aafa.org/asthma-facts/

https://asthma.net/types/allergies

https://acaai.org/asthma/types-asthma/nonallergic-asthma

https://www.mnn.com/health/allergies/stories/6-types-of-asthma-and-how-theyre-treated

accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?sectionid=249369743

https://www.thoracic.org/patients/patient-resources/resources/allergic-bronchopulm-aspergillosis.pdf

https://asthma.net/types/aspirin-induced

https://www.webmd.com/asthma/guide/adult-onset-asthma

https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-1-4614-4292-9_7

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/exercise-induced-asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20372300

https://www.webmd.com/asthma/guide/cough-variant-asthma

We start to explore Asthma in this episode.  There are different types of Asthma and the recognition of which type of a patient has is very important in treatment.  The statistics on the impact of Asthma are staggering in loss of school, work, medical costs, and most importantly, human life.  I know that I found many of these statistics a surprise and many of these issues need to be addressed. 

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

https://languages.oup.com/google-dictionary-en/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/expert-answers/vocal-cord-dysfunction/faq-20058019

https://www.aafa.org/asthma-facts/

https://www.mnn.com/health/allergies/stories/6-types-of-asthma-and-how-theyre-treated

accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?sectionid=249369743

This series of episodes explore an invisible illness that many people suffer and survive with but that many don’t actually consider an illness.  Allergies.  Allergies are more than an inconvenience, just watery eyes or runny nose.  These can be life-threatening and need attention so that others are aware. 

This episode will focus on life as an adult, navigating the world of leisure, love, and work.

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

If you're interested in a podcast that explores true crime, tragedies and understanding why events happened to try to prevent them from happening again, check out this podcast. 

Danger on Delmarva Podcast:  https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-cxf4i-b515fd 

Sources:

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America | AAFA | Home

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team | Campaign Home (foodallergyawareness.org)

https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/education/adults-with-food-allergies/shopping-cooking-eating/

https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/education/adults-with-food-allergies/socializing-with-friends/

https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/education/adults-with-food-allergies/dating-and-relationships/

https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/education/adults-with-food-allergies/shared-living-spaces/

https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/education/adults-with-food-allergies/food-allergies-in-the-workplace/

https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/education/adults-with-food-allergies/events-within-the-workplace/

https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/education/allergy-related-organizations/

Petition for Epipen affordability/access:  http://chng.it/PYxts4wvNY

Petition for Diabetic Medical Supplies Affordability: http://chng.it/wvDV49qmxT

This series of episodes explore an invisible illness that many people suffer and survive with but that many don’t actually consider an illness.  Allergies.  Allergies are more than an inconvenience, just watery eyes or runny nose.  These can be life-threatening and need attention so that others are aware. 

This episode with focus on recent High School graduates and how they must navigate a new world either in the workplace or college.

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

If you're interested in a podcast that explores true crime, tragedies and understanding why events happened to try to prevent them from happening again, check out this podcast. 

Danger on Delmarva Podcast:  https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-cxf4i-b515fd 

Sources:

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America | AAFA | Home

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team | Campaign Home (foodallergyawareness.org)

Petition for Epipen affordability/access:  http://chng.it/PYxts4wvNY

Petition for Diabetic Medical Supplies Affordability: http://chng.it/wvDV49qmxT

This episode explores an invisible illness that many people suffer and survive with but that many don’t actually consider an illness.  Allergies.  Allergies are more than an inconvenience, just watery eyes or runny nose.  These can be life-threatening and need attention so that others are aware. 

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

Danger on Delmarva Podcast:  https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-cxf4i-b515fd 

Sources:

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America | AAFA | Home

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team | Campaign Home (foodallergyawareness.org)

Petition for Epipen affordability/access:  http://chng.it/PYxts4wvNY

Petition for Diabetic Medical Supplies Affordability: http://chng.it/wvDV49qmxT

This episode explores an invisible illness that many people suffer and survive with but that many don’t actually consider an illness.  Allergies.  Allergies are more than an inconvenience, just watery eyes or runny nose.  These can be life-threatening and need attention so that others are aware. 

Contact: Email: [email protected]

Twitter: Ronda F Jefferson (@CInvisible2020) / Twitter

Facebook: SeetheInvisible2020 | Facebook

Website: SeetheInvisible2020.com – Dare to be seen!

Instagram: Ronda Jefferson (@seetheinvisible2020) • Instagram photos and videos

YouTube: SeeTheInvisible - YouTube

Sources:

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America | AAFA | Home

Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team | Campaign Home (foodallergyawareness.org)

Petition for Epipen affordability/access:  http://chng.it/PYxts4wvNY

Petition for Diabetic Medical Supplies Affordability: http://chng.it/wvDV49qmxT