By Terri Rimmer
It is important that people with asthma and other chronic health conditions have measures in place to ensure they receive proper treatment in the event of a natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina, according to an asthma website.
Asthma.about.com states that if you are an asthmatic dependent on breathing treatments by nebulizer you should have a method to take your treatments in the event of a power outage. Another option that would be suited to very short-term power outages is a battery backup such as the type used for computer systems. A generator could also be used as a backup power source, however, you should keep in mind that if the power outage is caused by a natural disaster like a flood, tornado, or hurricane getting enough fuel to keep the generator running could be a major problem.
One of the safest ways for an asthmatic to ensure that no matter the weather they get their treatments is to use inhalers. During a natural disaster if you are an asthmatic and you find you can’t take your treatments for any reason, make your way to the nearest hospital or clinic.
Asthma triggers include perfumes, cold air, occupational exposure, smoke, other strong smells, and cockroach droppings. You can develop asthma as an adult. Common asthma medications are Azmacort, Aerobid, Advair, Serevent, Flovent, Atrovent, Albuterol Sulfate, and Pulmicort among others.
Famous asthmatics include John F. Kennedy, Sr., Woodrow Wilson, Theodore Roosevelt, Charles Dickens, Florence Joyner, two famous Olympic swimmers, and Beethoven.
Paypal has set up a way for subscribers to donate funds directly to the United Way Hurricane Katrina Response Fund using your account. The fund has been created to help those affected by the hurricane to rebuild their lives. For more information, go to paypal.com.
The Tarrant County Resource Connection at 1100 Circle Drive in Fort Worth, TX located off Campus Street is currently housing pregnant women with newborns from New Orleans. Hours are 8-5 Sunday and Monday. Items needed as soon as possible are cribs/basinets, formula, bottles, blankets, wipes, baby clothing, any baby items, clothing, linens, bedding, new undergarments, and ladies plus size clothing.
The best way to help victims of Hurricane Katrina is by donating cash to humanitarian organizations and volunteer agencies, according to volunteernorthexas.org.
Louisiana Governor Kathleen Blanco has announced the formation of a nonprofit organization devoted to soliciting money worldwide to provide relief to the hurricane victims.
The Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation will be a 501© 3 group under the federal tax code, letting donors take a charitable tax deduction. The governor will appoint a foundation board with members from around the nation. Money can be donated by credit card at Louisiana.gov.
It is important that people with asthma and other chronic health conditions have measures in place to ensure they receive proper treatment in the event of a natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina, according to an asthma website.
Asthma.about.com states that if you are an asthmatic dependent on breathing treatments by nebulizer you should have a method to take your treatments in the event of a power outage. Another option that would be suited to very short-term power outages is a battery backup such as the type used for computer systems. A generator could also be used as a backup power source, however, you should keep in mind that if the power outage is caused by a natural disaster like a flood, tornado, or hurricane getting enough fuel to keep the generator running could be a major problem.
One of the safest ways for an asthmatic to ensure that no matter the weather they get their treatments is to use inhalers. During a natural disaster if you are an asthmatic and you find you can’t take your treatments for any reason, make your way to the nearest hospital or clinic.
Asthma triggers include perfumes, cold air, occupational exposure, smoke, other strong smells, and cockroach droppings. You can develop asthma as an adult. Common asthma medications are Azmacort, Aerobid, Advair, Serevent, Flovent, Atrovent, Albuterol Sulfate, and Pulmicort among others.
Famous asthmatics include John F. Kennedy, Sr., Woodrow Wilson, Theodore Roosevelt, Charles Dickens, Florence Joyner, two famous Olympic swimmers, and Beethoven.
Paypal has set up a way for subscribers to donate funds directly to the United Way Hurricane Katrina Response Fund using your account. The fund has been created to help those affected by the hurricane to rebuild their lives. For more information, go to paypal.com.
The Tarrant County Resource Connection at 1100 Circle Drive in Fort Worth, TX located off Campus Street is currently housing pregnant women with newborns from New Orleans. Hours are 8-5 Sunday and Monday. Items needed as soon as possible are cribs/basinets, formula, bottles, blankets, wipes, baby clothing, any baby items, clothing, linens, bedding, new undergarments, and ladies plus size clothing.
The best way to help victims of Hurricane Katrina is by donating cash to humanitarian organizations and volunteer agencies, according to volunteernorthexas.org.
Louisiana Governor Kathleen Blanco has announced the formation of a nonprofit organization devoted to soliciting money worldwide to provide relief to the hurricane victims.
The Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation will be a 501© 3 group under the federal tax code, letting donors take a charitable tax deduction. The governor will appoint a foundation board with members from around the nation. Money can be donated by credit card at Louisiana.gov.