Best & Worst Cities for Asthma

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This information was reviewed and approved by Ann Mullen, RN, CNS, AE-C, CDE (June 2017).

Summary: Best & Worst Cities for Asthma

Best Cities for Asthma

  1. McAllen, TX
  2. Houston, TX
  3. Cape Coral, FL
  4. San Jose, CA
  5. San Antonio, TX
  6. Minneapolis, MN
  7. El Paso, TX
  8. Provo, UT
  9. Los Angeles, CA
  10. Palm Bay, FL
  11. Orlando, FL
  12. Baton Rouge, LA
  13. Oxnard, CA
  14. San Diego, CA
  15. Riverside, CA
  16. Bakersfield, CA

Most Challenging Cities for Asthma

  1. Springfield, MA
  2. Richmond, VA
  3. Dayton, OH
  4. Philadelphia, PA
  5. Louisville, KY
  6. Cincinnati, OH
  7. Youngstown, OH
  8. Birmingham, AL
  9. Greensboro, NC
  10. Toledo, OH
  11. Boston, MA
  12. Worcester, MA
  13. Omaha, NE
  14. Milwaukee, WI
  15. Cleveland, OH
  16. Detroit, MI
  17. Winston-Salem, NC
  18. Akron, OH
  19. Hartford, CT
  20. New York, NY

Source: The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America 2018

Pollen, air quality, pets and smoking can all affect asthma and other respiratory conditions. Know what triggers your breathing issues and use these tips to keep them under control.

  1. Avoid exposure to secondhand smoke, chemicals and fumes.
  2. Keep pets out of your bedroom.
  3. Follow your asthma action plan.
  4. Avoid exercising outdoors on high pollution and pollen days.
  5. Wash outdoor pets often to remove outdoor allergens.
  6. Get help to stop smoking. Call 800.QUIT.NOW
  7. Take medication as prescribed.
  8. Keep windows closed, use an air conditioner at home and in the car.
  9. Use a peak flow meter to help manage and prevent symptoms.
  10. Change clothes, shower and wash hair to remove pollens.

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