In this episode, AAFA talks to Linda Nozart-Frierson, MPH, BSRT, RRT, AE-C about community health, asthma disparities, and the role of respiratory therapists. Linda shares her personal journey with asthma and emphasizes the importance of understanding the seriousness of the condition and advocating for better health outcomes. This episode highlights the need for better access to resources for communities with the highest rates and burden of asthma.

Resources:

- AAFA Online Support Community for People with Asthma and Allergies: community.aafa.org/join

- Black Women with Asthma Alliance (Facebook Group): aafa.org/joinbwaa

- Asthma Disparities in America Report: aafa.org/asthmadisparities

- Continuing Education for Nurses and Respiratory Therapists on Asthma Management: aafa.org/ameo

- Thee Asthma Lady: https://www.youtube.com/@theeasthmaladyrt

Disclosure: This episode was produced by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and made possible in part by support from AstraZeneca. Its contents are solely the responsibility of AAFA and the guest speakers, and do not necessarily represent the official views of the sponsor.