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Self Care Checklist

Here are self-care steps recommended by the experts.  Make a promise to yourself to do the following - choose where you want to start on your path.

I WILL...

  1. Choose a Doctor who provides the care experts recommend and see them for regular check-ups
    Maine Doctor Ratings
  2. Set goals for yourself that help you feel healthier
    asthma.about.com/od/dailycoping/a/art_resolutions.htm
  3. Have a written asthma plan
    www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/asthma/asthma_actplan.pdf
  4. Avoid things that make your asthma worse like tobacco smoke, dust, perfume, mold and furry animals
    www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/asthma/asthma_actplan.pdf  (page 2 only)
  5. Take all of your medicines exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you can not afford to do so, talk to your doctor, phone 211 for possible assistance or go to www.consumerreports.org/health/best-buy-drugs/steroid_asthma.htm for ideas on how to make your drugs more affordable.
  6. Get Your Flu Shot Each Year
    http://www.flu.gov/individualfamily/vaccination/locator.html
  7. Try to Exercise Regularly To Improve Your Overall Health
    http://www.webmd.com/asthma/guide/exercising-asthma

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