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I see that it is quite humid in the summer months. I am wondering what the air quality is like for anyone who has asthma. All four of my kids have asthma, but it is usually mild. There are days here (PA) in the summer where we hear on the news, and can feel it when you walk outside, that are especially bad in regards to air quality. Wondering if the whole summer is like that in the Charleston area. Also, how does being so close to the ocean affect the air in the summer.
There's a PDF list on that site that list the top 100 worst metros to live in for asthmatics.
Charleston is #71 and Greenville/Spartenburg made the list as well.
well, geesh. It seems I have little to worry about. Phila, Allentown, Lanaster and Scranton are all really high on that list. Thanks for the link. Do you know anything about the inhaler access laws they mention in this report? In our current school district, I just have the doctor complete a form, and the inhaler stays at school. My older two in Middle and High School are even able to carry their inhalers on them. And I never really thought about a lack of specialists. I'm sure with MUSC right there,finding a pediatric asthma specialist shouldn't be problem.
I honestly don't know, but with most required medications, you fill out a form, the school office keeps and administers the medicine. I'm sure it's not a big deal with inhalers. Perhaps a call to DHEC or one of the school districts would be a good starting point to answer that for you.
There are lots of specialists in the area. Two of my family members don't have asthma but they do have severe seasonal allergies (one is home again today..ugh). If your families' allergies are triggered by allergens, you may want to check which specific allergens are strongest in the area....in comparison to your area. Even a regional move made my family members symptoms increase. My son went from typical hay-fever symptoms to hives...I think it is the grasses that may have influenced his symptoms.
well, geesh. It seems I have little to worry about. Phila, Allentown, Lanaster and Scranton are all really high on that list. Thanks for the link. Do you know anything about the inhaler access laws they mention in this report? In our current school district, I just have the doctor complete a form, and the inhaler stays at school. My older two in Middle and High School are even able to carry their inhalers on them. And I never really thought about a lack of specialists. I'm sure with MUSC right there,finding a pediatric asthma specialist shouldn't be problem.
These guys are great and have 3 locations they rotate between:
Thanks, Sprouts and Robynn! My 4 all have seasonal allergies, as well, but haven't had any testing since they were around 2 years old. I pretty much keep them all on zyrtec all spring and fall. I suppose I will just watch them to see if symptoms get worse after the move, then proceed from there.
Thanks, Sprouts and Robynn! My 4 all have seasonal allergies, as well, but haven't had any testing since they were around 2 years old. I pretty much keep them all on zyrtec all spring and fall. I suppose I will just watch them to see if symptoms get worse after the move, then proceed from there.
If its any help, I live in NY, Hudson Valley Region, my summer allergies are HORRIBLE. However, spent 2 weeks in NC, and week in Hilton Head, SC, my allergies basically ceased, except for maybe a slight runny nose. The areas maybe, different allergens, I'm not sure, but hopefully when we move I'm not so bad in the summer months.
If its any help, I live in NY, Hudson Valley Region, my summer allergies are HORRIBLE. However, spent 2 weeks in NC, and week in Hilton Head, SC, my allergies basically ceased, except for maybe a slight runny nose. The areas maybe, different allergens, I'm not sure, but hopefully when we move I'm not so bad in the summer months.
Charleston has some of the worst pollen/allergies in the country. People always seem to complain about the symptoms that come with them, including me.
You have to remember, Phila, Allentown, and Scranton may pose a threat due to pollution, not necessarily humidity. I daresay our humidity may be as brutal as the pollution, even if it's not as dangerous. Get ready for your hair to curl, and to start sweating as soon as you dry from the shower. Especially in the july/august months. WHOOOO!
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