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(Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts,
New Hampshire,
Rhode Island, Vermont)
Connecticut
The Park City Primary Care Center (PCPCC) will host an Asthma
Awareness Day Carnival & Fair on Tuesday, May 6 from 2:00 to
5:00 pm at the PCPCC in Bridgeport, CT. The Asthma Carnival
& Fair features interactive games with clowns and prizes, an
asthma booth promoting asthma education and care, and other
community groups focusing on asthma awareness.
Contact: Rick Cruz (203) 579-5358;
rcruz55@Juno.com
Maine
Massachusetts
The Multicenter Airway Research Collaboration (MARC) of
Massachusetts General Hospital is sponsoring a "5k Run for
Asthma" event on May 3, 2003 at 10:00 am at the Charles
River Esplanade in Boston, MA. The goal of this inaugural
event is to raise more than $20,000 to benefit asthma research
at Massachusetts General Hospital. All interested participants
- from serious runners looking for a competitive race, to
families with children looking for fun and entertainment - are
invited to participate in the event.
Contact: Keith Brinkley (617) 726-6694;
kbrinkley@partners.org
Southern Jamaica Plain Health Center is sponsoring a "Wake
Up The Earth Festival" on May 3, 2003, at the
Stonybrook T Station in Jamaica Plain, MA. The festival will
provide information on asthma through the participation of
community organizations.
Contact: Alice Rouse (617) 983-4100;
arouse1@partners.org
Donaghue School is hosting an "Asthma Awareness Day" event
on May 5-9, 2003 in Merrimac, MA. During the event, the
school will be teaching the Open Airways for Schools program,
and they will have a table set up with posters and other
related asthma materials.
Contact: Kim Therrien-Kelly (978) 346-8115
The Jamaica Plain Asthma Environmental Initiative (JPAEI)
is hosting an "Asthma School Nurses Appreciation Day" event on
May 6, 2003, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm at the JPAEI’s
office in Jamaica Plain, MA. This event is designed to show
appreciation to school nurses, and to pay tribute to their
hard work in dealing with asthmatic children.
Contact: Emily Wilcox (617) 971-0863;
emily.wilcox@simmons.edu
South Street Peer Mentors is sponsoring a "World Asthma
Day" event on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at the
Curtis Hall Community Center in Jamaica Plain, MA. Peer
leaders will host events at Curtis Hall for kids with asthma.
Events will include sports, poster contests, and a photo
exhibition.
Contact: Erica Roche (617) 988-5007
Boston Area Tobacco Control Coalition is hosting a "Smoking
and Asthma Information Table" on May 6, 2003, from 12:00 to
5:00 pm at Codman Square in Dorchester, MA. Their primary
focus is to promote information on the hazards of smoking and
to provide information on asthma.
Contact: Anjali Nath (617) 279-2270;
anath@tmfnet.org
Boston Medical Center is hosting a "World Asthma Day Health
Fair" on May 6, 2003 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm in Boston,
MA. The health fair will take place in the Boston Medical
Center’s lobby. There will be an asthma information table on
display, along with asthma posters created by the asthma
clinic’s patients. Each child will receive a bag full of
prizes.
Contact: Christina Carrera (617) 414-4527;
steinbch@bu.edu
New Hampshire
Rhode Island
Vermont
(New Jersey, New York,
Puerto Rico,
U.S. Virgin Islands)
New Jersey
Newark Public Schools is sponsoring an "Asthma Conference"
on May 29, 2003 at 4:00 pm at UM DNJ in Newark, NJ. The
asthma conference is for parents and other members of the
community.
Contact: Vivian Barnett (973) 733-7360
The American Lung Association of New Jersey is sponsoring
"World Asthma Day" events for Eckerd Pharmacy throughout
the month of May at 143 Eckerd Stores throughout New
Jersey. The Pediatric Asthma Coalition of New Jersey (PACNJ)
is partnering with Eckerd Pharmacy to distribute "Top 10
Actions to Control Asthma Triggers" Cards as bagstuffers. They
will be displayed at the pharmacy pick-up counter and
distributed to patients purchasing asthma related products,
patients with questions on asthma, or patients requesting the
"Asthma Triggers" cards. The event will be advertised in three
major newspapers covering New Jersey.
Contact: Teresa Lampmann (908) 687-9340;
Teresa@pacnj.org
New York
Mary Parkes Asthma Center is sponsoring a "Get the Scoop on
Asthma" event on May 2, 2003, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
at the Medical Office Building in Rochester, NY. During the
event, participants will receive information on asthma,
inhalation techniques, asthma monitoring, and screening for
asthma. There will be handouts on indoor & outdoor triggers,
and there will be avoidance measures displayed. Each
participant will receive a free "scoop" of ice cream and an
"ice cream scooper" with a contact name for further asthma
information and resources. Clowns, music, and balloons will
make this a festive and fun educational program in celebration
of World Asthma Day 2003.
Contact: Maureen Prince (585) 922-8370;
maureen.prince@viahealth.org
The Erie County Health Department & Indoor Air
Professionals is sponsoring an "Answers for Asthma with the
Bisons: Let’s Clear the Air" event on May 2, 2003 at 5:00
pm at the Dunn Tire Park in Buffalo, NY. Asthmatics and
their families from an eight county area will be eligible for
free or discount tickets to a Buffalo Bisons’ baseball game on
May 2, 2003. An asthma educational exhibit will be set up in
the stadium concourse providing opportunities for game-goers
to get answers to their questions about asthma management.
Asthma educators will include the Erie County Health
Department’s EPA funded project INHALE, to answer questions
regarding environmental triggers for asthma and members.
Contact: Melanie Desiderio (716) 885-0827;
desiderm@erie.gov
The Mary Parkes Asthma Center is sponsoring a "Get The
Scoop On Asthma" event on May 5, 2003 at the Rochester
General Hospital in Rochester, NY. During the 4 hour event,
participants will receive information on asthma, inhalation
techniques, asthma monitoring and screening for asthma.
Handouts on indoor/outdoor triggers and avoidance measures
will be displayed. Each participant will receive a free
"scoop" of ice cream and an "ice cream scooper" with a contact
name for future asthma information and resources. Clowns,
music and balloons will make this a festive and fun
educational program.
Contact: Maureen Prince (585) 922-8370;
maureen.prince@viahealth.org
Mary Parkes Asthma Center is sponsoring a "Get the Scoop on
Asthma" event on May 5, 2003, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
at Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY. During the
event, participants will receive information on asthma,
inhalation techniques, asthma monitoring, and screening for
asthma. There will be handouts on indoor & outdoor triggers,
and there will be avoidance measures displayed. Each
participant will receive a free "scoop" of ice cream and an
"ice cream scooper" with a contact name for further asthma
information and resources. Clowns, music, and balloons will
make this a festive and fun educational program in celebration
of World Asthma Day 2003. Contact: Maureen Prince
(585) 922-8370;
maureen.prince@viahealth.org
Puerto Rico
U.S. Virgin Islands
(Pennsylvania,
Virginia, Delaware,
District of
Columbia, Maryland,
West Virginia)
Pennsylvania
Bryan Mawr Hospital is hosting an "Asthma Fair" on May 3,
2003, at the hospital’s Warden Lobby in Bryn Mawr, PA. The
fair will consist of learning all about asthma medications,
equipment, triggers and anatomy. A station will be set up where
physicians can answer questions about asthma, and there will
also be food, games and prizes.
Contact: Main Hospital Lobby (610) 526-3340
The Grand View Hospital and American Lung Association are
sponsoring a "World Asthma Day" event on May 3, 2003, from
8:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Grand View Hospital in
Sellersville, PA. Physicians will lead lectures to parents and
children. Topics will cover information on asthma triggers, what
happens during an asthma attack, and how to identify the warning
signs. There will be peak flow meter demonstrations, games,
brunch, and Q & A time.
Contact: Christopher Blake (215) 453-4021;
cblake@gvh.org
Washington County Health Partners, Inc. is sponsoring a
"World Asthma Day Proclamation" on May 6, 2003, from 11:30 am
to 1:00 pm at the Washington County Courthouse in
Washington, PA. County Commissioners and the City Major will be
on hand to proclaim World Asthma Day. There will be educational
events and demonstrations made available to attendees.
Contact: Ken Elliott (724) 222-6511;
info@wchpinc.org
U.S. EPA, Region 3, and the National Nursing Centers
Consortium and Americorps is hosting an "Open Your Lungs" fair
on May 6, 2003, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the U.S. EPA,
Region 3, Public Information Center (PIC) in Philadelphia, PA.
One hundred children from several area schools, grades 6-8, will
attend a fun and educational asthma fair incorporating
interactive games such as "Trick or Trigger" and "Pin the Tale
on the Inhaler." Students will also learn physical exercises
designed for asthma patients to assist them in learning how to
"Open Their Lungs!"
Contact: Darice Ellis (215) 814-2024;
ellis.darice@epa.gov
The American Lung Association of Pennsylvania is sponsoring a
"Smoke-Free Home Pledge Drive" on May 6, 2003, from 8:30 am
to 4:30 pm at Wanamaker Comprehensive Early Learning Center
in Philadelphia, PA. The event will give parents an opportunity
to pledge to make and keep their homes smoke-free. They will
also receive a certificate and a Smoke-Free Home Pledge Kit.
Contact: Yolanda Lee (610) 941-9595 x108
The American Lung Association of Pennsylvania is sponsoring a
"Smoke-Free Home Pledge Drive" on May 6, 2003, from 8:30 am
to 4:30 pm at the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)
Public Information Center-Region 3 in Philadelphia, PA. The
event will give parents an opportunity to pledge to make and
keep their homes smoke-free. They will also receive a
certificate and a Smoke-Free Home Pledge Kit.
Contact: Yolanda Lee (610) 941-9595 x108
The American Lung Association of Pennsylvania is sponsoring a
"Children’s Story Time" on May 6, 2003, at 1:00 pm at
Free Library of Philadelphia-Central Branch in Philadelphia, PA.
Four books about asthma will be read to elementary students in
grades K-5.
Contact: Yolanda Lee (610) 941-9595 x108
Peters Township Library is hosting a "World Asthma Day" event
on May 6, 2003 at 10:00 am in McMurray, PA. This event is
designed to raise people’s awareness about asthma, especially in
children. Informational brochures, charts, videos and books will
be distributed.
Contact: Gigi (724) 348-0101;
kasgerb@aol.com
Keystone Mercy Health Plan is sponsoring a "Healthy Hoops
Basketball Camp" on May 10, 2003, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
at St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, PA. Approximately
200 Philadelphia children with asthma will attend the Healthy
Hoops Basketball Camp. The camp will consist of celebrity
basketball coaches, basketball drills, musical entertainment and
medical supervision. Campers, with their parents/guardians,
previously attended a kick-off educational event on asthma
prevention and management, and have undergone health screenings
and consultations. The Healthy Hoops Basketball Camp will also
include asthma education, a seminar on careers in sports, and a
graduation ceremony.
Contact: Tasha Thompson (215) 863-5647;
tasha.thompson@kmhp.com
The American Lung Association of Pennsylvania is sponsoring a
"Smoke-Free Home Pledge Drive" on May 13, 2003, from 8:30 am
to 12:00 pm at St. Elizabeth School-YMCA of North
Philadelphia Head Start in Philadelphia, PA. The event will give
parents an opportunity to pledge to make and keep their homes
smoke-free. They will also receive a certificate and a
Smoke-Free Home Pledge Kit.
Contact: Yolanda Lee (610) 941-9595 x108
The American Lung Association of Pennsylvania is hosting a
"Blow the Whistle on Asthma" event on Saturday, May 17 at
the Norristown Farm Park in Norristown, PA.
Contact: Rochelle Culbreath (610) 941-9595;
Rculbreath@alapa.org
kbardy@alacolo.org
The American Lung Association of Pennsylvania is hosting a
"Blow the Whistle on Asthma" event on Saturday, May 31 at
the Tylor State Park in Newtown, PA.
Contact: Christy Dernlan (610) 941-9595;
Cdernlan@alapa.org
Virginia
Potomac Hospital is hosting an Asthma Expo event on May 4,
2003 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in Woodbridge, VA. At this free
event, participants will learn to identify and respond to the
signs and symptoms of an asthma attack and to recognize and
reduce exposure to potential triggers. Participants will obtain
educational materials including a free asthma tool kit, rescue
vehicles and equipment, interactive displays, educational and
rap videos, games, door prizes, and face painting.
Contact: Sherry Dunphy (703) 670-1328;
sherry.dunphy@potomachospital.com
Inova Fairfax Hospital for Children is sponsoring an Asthma
Awareness event on May 6, 2003 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at
the Inova Fairfax Hospital Atrium in Fairfax, VA. The event will
include tables with educational information about asthma and
smoking causation and prevention.
Contact: Natalie Napolitano (703) 698-2319
Allies Against Asthma at the Center for Pediatric Research is
sponsoring a "World Asthma Day Health Fair" on May 6, 2003,
from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Jeffrey Wilson Recreation Center
in Portsmouth, VA. The health fair will provide residents with
an opportunity to learn about childhood asthma and the resources
that are available in the city of Portsmouth. Residents will be
able to participate in games and other activities.
Contact: Lilly Smith (757) 668-6422;
smithlm@chkd.com
Allies Against Asthma at the Center for Pediatric Research is
sponsoring a "World Asthma Day Health Fair" on May 7, 2003,
from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Family Investment Center in
Newport News, VA. The health fair will provide residents with an
opportunity to learn about childhood asthma and the resources
that are available in the city of Newport News. Residents will
be able to participate in games and other activities.
Contact: Lilly Smith (757) 668-6422;
smithlm@chkd.com
Delaware
District of Columbia
The American Lung Association of DC, DC Asthma Coalition,
DC Department of Health, DC Children and Youth Investment
Trust, and Improving Pediatric Asthma Care in the District of
Columbia (IMPACT DC) will sponsor a "World Asthma Day Fair" on
May 6, 2003 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at the Richard England
Clubhouse #14, the Metropolitan Police Boys and Girls Clubs,
and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington, DC. The
fair is designed to educate children and parents on how to
prevent and control asthma symptoms. Children will also learn
about tobacco smoke, dust mites, pollen, and other
environmental factors affecting their health. Free video
games, peak flow meters and spacers will be available.
Contact: Priti Patel (202) 682-5864;
ppatel@aladc.org
Maryland
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is
sponsoring an asthma event on May 6, 2003, beginning at
approximately 7:05 pm at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD.
EPA will be distributing asthma and indoor air quality
educational materials to the fans prior to and during the
Baltimore Orioles vs. Detroit Tigers major league baseball
game. The asthma materials will be at the community booth
located near Gate D by Home Plate Plaza.
Contact: Tracey Mitchell (202) 564-9446;
mitchell.tracey@epa.gov
West Virginia
(Alabama, Florida,
Georgia,
Kentucky, Mississippi,
North Carolina,
South
Carolina, Tennessee)
Alabama
The Alabama Society for Respiratory Care is sponsoring
"World Asthma Day" events on May 1-30, 2003 at Mobile
area hospitals and clinics in Mobile, AL. There will be
banners announcing "May is Asthma Month," and tables with EPA
materials at the University of South Alabama Medical Center,
Children’s and Women’s Hospital, Springhill Medical Center,
Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, and the Victory Clinic.
Contact: Tim Optholt (251) 434-3405
Florida
The American Lung Association of Gulfcoast Florida is hosting
a "Walk With The Animals" event on May 3, 2003 from 8:00 am
to 12:00 pm at Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, FL. The Walk is an
educational, pledge-based event where participants raise pledges
to support asthma research at the University of South Florida’s
Asthma Clinical Research Center. Participants visit stations
throughout Lowry Park Zoo to learn more about asthma and
participate in sponsor activities.
Contact: Nancy Whitlock (800) 771-5863 or (727) 347-6133mailto:kbardy@alacolo.org
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The Bay Area Asthma Task Force is sponsoring an "Asthma
Screening" event on May 3, 2003 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
at a Target Pharmacy in Panama City, FL. This is an American
College of Asthma, Allergy and Immunology (ACAAI) Nationwide
Screening Program consisting of local allergists and other
healthcare providers. The ACAAI will also provide spirometry
screening and counseling.
Contact: Cathy Byrd (850) 832-4097;
cathybyrd1212@hotmail.com
Alachua County Health Department (ACHD) is hosting a "World
Asthma Day Reception" on May 6, 2003 from 1:30 to 3:30 pm
at ACHD’s conference room in Gainesville, FL. The reception will
encourage children living with asthma to lead full, active and
successful lives. A University of Florida or Olympic athlete
will be featured as a role model while the clinic staff
instructs families on managing the disease. Also, environmental
checklists and smoke-free homes are promoted in the community
throughout the month.
Contact: Emily Wilson (352) 334-7971;
Emily_Wilson@doh.state.fl.us
Waters Edge Elementary School is hosting an "Asthma Display"
event on May 6, 2003, in Boca Raton, FL. The event will
consist of an asthma display located in the school’s cafeteria
where the entire school, including the 88-120 asthmatic
children, can learn more about asthma.
Contact: Colleen C. Morgan (561) 883-8082
The Baker County Health Department is sponsoring an World
Asthma Day event on May 10, 2003 in Macclenny, FL. The
event will display asthma handouts, videos, and activity books.
Contact: Robin Dewey (904) 259-6291;
www.bakercountyhealth.org
The Goldsboro Asthma Task Force is sponsoring a "Breathe
Easier Rally" on May 10, 2003 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at
the Westside Boys & Girls Club in Sanford, FL. This rally is
designed to raise public awareness about asthma, ozone, and
tobacco issues. The event will feature educational booths,
workshops, games, prizes, and many other activities.
Contact: Caroline Shine (407) 893-3336;
goldsfp@bellsouth.net
Georgia
The Hughes Spalding Children’s Hospital is hosting a "World
Asthma Day" event on May 6, 2003 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
in Atlanta, GA. The respiratory care department will
provide asthma screenings including peak flow monitoring,
pulseoximetry, and measures of exhaled carbon monoxide levels.
There will be asthma educational materials from EPA, the
American Lung Association (ALA), and a media Public Service
Announcement from EPA’s Goldfish Campaign.
Contact: Brenda Batts (404) 616-5785
The American Lung Association of Georgia is sponsoring a
"World Asthma Day" event on May 6, 2003, from 9:30 to 10:30
am at Tilson Elementary School in Decatur, GA. The event
will include an Asthma Awareness presentation by the American
Lung Association of Georgia, Georgia Department of Human
Resources, Centers for Disease Control, and the Environmental
Protection Agency, Region IV. Dominique Wilkins, former
Atlanta Hawk player, will be the guest speaker at the
presentation.
Contact: Pamela Collins (770) 434-5864;
pcollins@alaga.org
Kentucky
The Baptist Hospital East is sponsoring an Asthma Health
Fair on May 6, 2003 from 1:00 - 6:00 pm at the Baptist
Hospital East Education Center in Louisville, KY. Activities
will include pediatric and adult screening, asthma
information, counseling, and giveaways.
Contact: Ann Sizemore (502) 897-8134;
asizemore@bhsi.com
Kosair Children’s Hospital is hosting an "Asthma Health
Fair" on May 6, 2003 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm in
Louisville, KY. The fair will have tables with multiple
posters, handouts, videos, and CD-ROM games for participants.
Asthma topics that will be covered include: triggers, Rule of
2's, medicines, exercised induced, and pathophysiology.
Contact: Beth Van Cleave (502) 629-8544;
elizabeth.vancleave@nortonhealthcare.org
The Madisonville Community College Respiratory Care Program
is hosting a "Breathe Free in 2003" event on May 6, 2003,
from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the college’s Health and North
Campuses in Madisonville, KY. There will be information tables
displaying asthma materials on the two campuses.
Contact: Suzanne Wilson (270) 824-7552;
Suzanne.wilson@kctcs.edu
Passport Health Plan is sponsoring an "Asthma Poster
Contest" on May 6, 2003, at Bullitt County Elementary
Schools in Louisville, KY. The asthma poster contest is for 4th
and 5th graders.
Contact: Ronda Warner (502) 585-8307;
ronda.warner@amerihealthmercy.org
The Harrison Healthy Kid Center is sponsoring a "World
Asthma Day" event on May 6, 2003 at Harrison Elementary
School in Lexington, KY. The event is designed to educate and
encourage parents to learn more about their child’s asthma
triggers.
Contact: Amy Majewski (859) 252-2598;
amajewsk@fayette.k12.ky.us
The American Lung Association of Kentucky is sponsoring a
"2003 Asthma Walk Kick-off Luncheon" on May 6, 2003 from
12:00 to 1:30 pm at Kindred Healthcare in Louisville, KY.
This event is a complimentary luncheon to kick-off the 2003
Asthma Walk.
Contact: Todd Brock (502) 363-2652;
Toddb@kylung.org
The American Lung Association (ALA) of Kentucky is
sponsoring a "WAVE 3 Listens" event on May 6, 2003 at 10:00
am at the WAVE 3 Studio in Louisville, KY. Dawn Gee will
be discussing asthma on her show "WAVE 3 Listens" with one of
ALA’s volunteers, V. Faye Jones, MD.
Contact: Menisa Marshall (502) 363-2652;
menisam@kylung.org
The American Lung Association of Kentucky is sponsoring an
"Asthma Poster Contest" on May 6, 2003 in Louisville,
KY. Fourth and Fifth grade students from Bullitt County will
create posters that illustrate "what asthma is." Awards will
be given out on-site at the winning school.
Contact: Jennifer Williams (502) 363-2652
The Regional Medical Center at Madisonville Community
College is sponsoring a "Breathe Free in 2003" event on May
16 & 17, 2003, from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm at Parkway Plaza
Mall in Madisonville, KY. The event will include pulmonary
screening, peak flows, distribution of EPA asthma literature,
and a continual showing of EPA’s video "Poisoning Our
Children."
Contact: Suzanne Wilson (270) 824-7552;
Suzanne.wilson@kctcs.edu
Mississippi
Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center is hosting a
"World Asthma Day" event on May 6, 2003, from 10:00 am to
2:00 pm in Jackson, MS. The event will display tables with
asthma handouts, pamphlets, and videotapes. There will also be
pre-screening for asthma, and a sign-up for Children Health
Insurance Plan (CHIP).
Contact: Josephine Jackson (601) 362-5321;
josephinejackson@hotmail.com
The Mississippi State Department of Health is sponsoring an
"Asthma Awareness Seminar" on May 29, 2003, from 2:00 to
4:30 pm at Jackson Medical Mall in Jackson, MS. This event
is intended to better educate asthmatics about
controlling/monitoring their asthma. Also, to provide children
with fun ways to manage/control their asthma.
Contact: Vernesia Wilson (601) 576-7725;
Vernesia.Wilson@msdh.state.ms.us
North Carolina
Johnston-Lee Head Start is sponsoring a Healthy Families
Fair on April 25, 2003 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the
Wal-Mart in Smithfield, NC. The health fair is primarily for
Head Start and community families.
Contact: Cheri Wheeler (919) 934-2145
Pope Elementary School is hosting a "Spring Fling" event on
May 2, 2003 in Pope, NC. The event will include fun
activities that require breathing/ability to take effective
deep breaths. These activities include blowing up balloons,
blowing bubbles, using incentive spirometers, blowing out
candles, and using air pipes with balls.
Contact: Roberta Harding (910) 497-6136
The Duplin County Asthma Coalition is sponsoring a World
Asthma Day Health Fair on May 6, 2003 at Duplin General
Hospital in Kenansville, NC. Participants will receive
information on Asthma, how to control their asthma, asthma
medications, and asthma devices. Giveaways and door prizes
will be available.
Contact: Lisa Pickett (910) 296-2912;
lpickett@dgh.org
Onslow Memorial Hospital Pediatric Asthma Program is
sponsoring an Asthma Awareness Fair on May 10, 2003 from
10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Onslow Memorial Hospital in
Jacksonville, NC. They will sponsor a free asthma screening
for adults and children. Educational tables will have area
professionals and educational materials that teach adults and
children about asthma, medications, and equipment.
Contact: Betty Casey (910) 577-2568;
betty.casey@onslowmemorial.org
The P.H. County Memorial Hospital is sponsoring a Camp
Coast - Spring Retreat on May 16 from 5:00 pm to 5:00 pm on
May 17 at Camp Don Lee in Arapahoe, NC. The hospital’s
Pediatric Asthma Program is holding a 2 day 1 night retreat
for children with asthma and their families. There will be
Arthur materials for kids ages 4-7, second hand smoke
information and smoke free home pledges will be made
available.
Contact: Amy Jones (252) 847-6836;
amjones@pcmh.com
Wilson County Asthma Coalition is sponsoring a "Asthma
Awareness" event on May 28, 2003 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
at Lowe’s Home Improvement Store in Wilson, NC. Lowe’s has
generously allowed Wilson County Asthma Coalition to set up an
asthma display and handout materials to it’s customers.
Contact: Barbara Williams (252) 237-3141 x681
South Carolina
The South Carolina Asthma Alliance is sponsoring a program
called "Asthma and Allergy University" on May 17, 2003 from
7:30 am -1:30 pm at Seawell’s Fairgrounds in Columbia, SC.
Asthma and Allergy University is a program designed to educate
people with asthma and allergies and their families on living
healthier lives. There is no charge for the program, but it is
limited to the first 500 people.
Contact: Troy McQueen (803) 898-4382;
minasids@dhec.sc.gov
Tennessee
(Illinois, Indiana,
Michigan,
Minnesota, Ohio,
Wisconsin)
Illinois
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on March 22, 2003 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at
Midwestern University Health Fair in Downers Grove, IL.
Participants will be able to consult a physician about the
available peak flow meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on April 28, 2003 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at the
Well Child Center in Elgin, IL. Participants will be able to
consult a physician about the available peak flow meters,
spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on April 28, 2003 from 2:30 to 5:30 pm at
Charlestowne Medical Office Building in St. Charles, IL.
Participants will be able to consult a physician about the
available peak flow meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on April 30, 2003 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the
DuPage County Health Department in Wheaton, IL. Participants
will be able to consult a physician about the available peak
flow meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
Basic Health and Wellness will host the Jackson County Asthma
Awareness Campaign on May 2nd, 3rd and
9th in Carbondale, IL. During this three day
event, activities will take place in schools, including a public
seminar on Asthma and Indoor Air Quality.
Contact: Patricia Niemeyer (618) 867-3902;
richnmy@aol.com
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 5, 2003 from 2:30 to 5:30 pm at the
Blackhawk Fitness Center in Hoffman Estates, IL. Participants
will be able to consult a physician about the available peak
flow meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 6, 2003 from 2:30 to 5:30 pm at the
Stratford South Medical Office Building in Bloomingdale, IL.
Participants will be able to consult a physician about the
available peak flow meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 6, 2003 from 2:00 to 5:00 pm at
Bolingbrook Park District in Bolingbrook, IL. Participants will
be able to consult a physician about the available peak flow
meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 6, 2003 from 2:00 to 5:30 pm at the
Health Track in Glen Ellyn, IL. Participants will be able to
consult a physician about the available peak flow meters,
spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 6, 2003 from 1:00 to7:00 pm at the Will
County Health Department in Joliet, IL. Participants will be
able to consult a physician about the available peak flow
meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at two Hilander
Pharmacies in Rockford, IL. The screenings will have RN’s,
respiratory therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate
attendees on peak flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where
available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the Kroger
Pharmacy in Ottawa, IL. The screenings will have RN’s,
respiratory therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate
attendees on peak flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where
available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Kroger Pharmacy
in Normal, IL. The screenings will have RN’s, respiratory
therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate attendees on peak
flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Kroger Pharmacy
in Bloomington, IL. The screenings will have RN’s, respiratory
therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate attendees on peak
flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Kroger Pharmacy
in Pekin, IL. The screenings will have RN’s, respiratory
therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate attendees on peak
flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Kroger Pharmacy
in East Peoria, IL. The screenings will have RN’s, respiratory
therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate attendees on peak
flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Kroger Pharmacy
in Peoria, IL. The screenings will have RN’s, respiratory
therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate attendees on peak
flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
Kroger Pharmacy is sponsoring "World Asthma Day Screenings"
on May 6, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at Kroger Pharmacy
in Chillicothe, IL. The screenings will have RN’s, respiratory
therapists, and pharmacists on hand to educate attendees on peak
flow meters, monitoring, and spirometry where available.
Contact: Doug Cullett (317) 339-3813;
Dcullett@kroger.com
St. Joseph Memorial Hospital is hosting "Asthma Awareness and
Asthma Attack Prevention" events on May 6, 2003 from 7:00 am
to 2:00 pm and on May 17, 2003 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm in
Murphysboro, IL. Free asthma information, and free asthma
screenings will be provided to the public at both events.
Contact: Patricia Niemeyer (618) 867-3902;
richnmy@aol.com
The Erie Family Health Center is sponsoring an "Erie Asthma
Awareness Month Fair" on May 6 & 16, 2003 from 12:00 to 4:00
pm at the Erie Family Health Center and Humboldt Park Center
in Chicago, IL. The fair is designed to educate attendees
on how to prevent and control asthma symptoms. There will be
approximately six games asthma patients can participate in to
help them learn about asthma. There will also be free asthma
spacers distributed at the fair.
Contact: Anamaria Sanchez (312) 432-7367;
sanchezanamaria@yahoo.com
The Allergy and Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA)
and American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago (ALAMC),
in partnership with The Chicago/Cook County Community Health
Council, is sponsoring a "Play is Safe with Asthma" event on
May 7, 2003, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the Rush Presbyterian -
St. Lukes Medical Center in Chicago, IL. The focus of this event
is to promote asthma awareness and education to coaches.
Contact: Rich Edelmann (773) 522-8640
Chicago/Cook County Community Health Council is sponsoring a
"Play it Safe" Physical Act & Asthma Awareness Event on May
7, 2003 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at Rush Presbyterian - St.
Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago, IL. This event is a bilingual
(English/Spanish) seminar covering the basics of asthma 101, the
medicines of asthma, the laws covering medicines in schools, and
proper emergency steps to follow for asthmatic episodes.
Contact: Stephanie Hayes (773) 522-8640;
asthmacoodinator@hotmail.com
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 7, 2003 from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm at the
Good Samaritan in Downers Grove, IL. Participants will be able
to consult a physician about the available peak flow meters,
spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 7, 2003 from 2:00 to 5:30 pm at the
District #203 Administrative Center in Naperville, IL.
Participants will be able to consult a physician about the
available peak flow meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Suburban Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "Free Asthma
Screening" on May 8, 2003 from 3:30 am to 6:00 pm at
LaGrange Memorial Hospital in LaGrange, IL. Participants will be
able to consult a physician about the available peak flow
meters, spirometry, and asthma resources.
Contact: Joan Burtnette (630) 260-9600
The Capitol Area Asthma Coalition is sponsoring the "St.
John’s Health and Safety Fair" on May 10, 2003 from 9:00 am
to 9:00 pm at the White Oak Mall in Springfield, IL.
Volunteers will conduct asthma screenings by survey and
spirometry with physician interpretations.
Contact: Annie Muller (217) 544-1101
Chicago Public Health Nursing is organizing an "Asthma
Awareness" event on May 14, 2003 from 4:30 to 6:00 pm at
Humboldt Park Library in Chicago, IL. The event will display an
asthma booth to educate the community about asthma care
management, and asthma resources
Contact: Mary Marcano (312) 746-9174
Indiana
The Heart City Health Center is hosting a "We Don’t Monkey
Around With Asthma" event on May 6, 2003 from 9:00 am to
3:00 pm in Elkhart, IN. Community agencies that will be
present include the EPA and Minority Health Coalition.
Respiratory therapists and pharmaceutical representatives will
also be available to answer questions. The even organizers
will provide asthma information, videos and face painting.
Contact: Cindy Hart (574) 293-0052 x212;
chart@heartcityclinic.com
The Asthma Alliance of Indianapolis is sponsoring a "World
Asthma Day" Celebration and Poster Awards Ceremony on May
6, 2003 from 12:00 to 7:00 pm at the National Institute
for Fitness and Sport in Indianapolis, IN. The event will
increase the public’s awareness of asthma prevention and
promote asthma education. There will be asthma workshops, a
poster contest, and free asthma screenings.
Contact: Robin Costley (317) 221-2473;
Rcostley@HHCorp.org
The North Crest Medical Center is hosting an "Asthma
Awareness Day" event on May 6, 2003 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
in Springfield, IN. An informational booth will be
displaying materials on asthma triggers, spacers and peak flow
meters.
Contact: Colleen Schabacker (615) 384-1731;
colleen_schabacker@northcrest.com
Michigan
Westwood Community School District is sponsoring a
"Community Asthma Education" event on May 20, 2003, from
6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Robichaud Junior High School/High
School’s Auditorium in Dearborn Heights, MI. The event will
have Dr. Randall Brown give a presentation, to interested
community members, on asthma control, peak flow meters, and
asthma triggers.
Contact: Ronda Harrison (313) 201-2566
Minnesota
The Minnesota Society for Respiratory Care (MSRC) is
hosting a World Asthma Day event on May 3, 2003 from 10:00
am to 2:00 pm at the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN.
The MSRC’s goal for this event is to bring awareness and
education to the public on Asthma. The event will have asthma
information, mediation delivery, and peak flow monitoring
stations.
Contact: Lynne Bausman (651) 232-2072;
lbausman@healtheast.org
The Minnesota Asthma Coalition of Southwestern Minnesota is
sponsoring a "World Asthma Day" event on May 4, 2003 from
5:00 to 8:00 pm at Kandiyohi County Area YMCA in Willmar,
MN. The event is an asthma education program for children ages
4-13 and their families. Asthma experts will be providing
educational activities to help children learn about their
asthma.
Contact: Kris Brands (507) 532-7216;
mailto:brands@charter.netkris.brands@alamn.org
Central High School is hosting an "Asthma Day" event on
May 6-9, 2003 in St. Paul, MN. Throughout the week,
Central High School will be providing educational information
about asthma to parents, teachers, staff, and to the local
newspapers and television stations.
Contact: Sue Will (651) 632-6035;
susan.will@spps.org
The American Lung Association is sponsoring a "World Asthma
Day" event on May 6, 2003, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm at the
CentraCare Plaza in St. Cloud, MN. At the event, attendees
will be able to meet the Minnesota Twins Mascot, "T.C." and an
asthma educational booth. Attendees can register to win
Minnesota Twins’ game tickets, official Twins gear, and more.
There will also be hot dogs, pop, and snow cones.
Contact: Mary Keating (320) 654-3650;
keatingm@centracare.com
The Minnesota Asthma Coalition of Central Minnesota is
sponsoring a "World Asthma Day" event on May 6, 2003 from
4:30 to 7:00 pm at Central Care Plaza in St. Cloud, MN.
This is an asthma educational event where the Minnesota Twins
mascot, "TC", will be present. There will also be free food
and giveaways for kids and families.
Contact: Kathy Benham (320) 255-9922;
mailto:brands@charter.netkathy.benham@alamn.org
St. Cloud Hospital - Respiratory Care is sponsoring a
"World Asthma Day Screening" on May 6, 2003 from 9:00
am to 3:00 pm at the Heartland Clinic in St. Cloud, MN. The
asthma screening event will provide screening spirometers and
free educational materials.
Contact: Barbara Manuell (320) 251-2700;
Manuellb@centracare.com
Arlington High School is hosting a "100 years of School
Nursing" event on May 7, 2003 at 2:30 pm in St. Paul,
MN. The event will celebrate 100 years of school nursing on
National Nurse Day. The event will also focus on how nurses
play a major role in the management of asthma in children.
Contact: Kay Williams (651) 487-7315;
kwilliam@mail.ahs.stpaul.k12.mn.us
The Minnesota Asthma Coalition of Northwestern Minnesota is
sponsoring a "Red Lake Community Shower" on May 8, 2003
from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Red Lake Fitness
Center-Red Lake Hospital Compound in Red Lake, MN. This event
is designed to educate moms and moms-to-be on protecting
children from secondhand smoke and asthma. There will also be
prizes, educational information, and fun activities.
Contact: Carol Clay (218) 679-3316;
mailto:brands@charter.netmartiL@charter.net
Ohio
The Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital is hosting a
"Breathe Easy/Play Strong Day" on May 6, 2003 from 9:00 am
to 2:00 pm at the hospital’s atrium in Cleveland, OH. The
event will promote the signs and symptoms of asthma triggers,
smoking prevention, rescue vs. control medications, and asthma
action plans. There will be an asthma triggers house on
display, and attendees will be awarded prizes for answering
appropriate asthma questions.
Contact: Karen Ponomarenko (216) 844-3680;
karen.ponomarenko@uhhs.com
American Lung Association of Ohio is sponsoring a "World
Asthma Awareness" event on May 6, 2003, from 10:00 am to
2:00 pm at the Ohio State House-West Lawn in Columbus, OH.
The event will have two tables of asthma information on the
ground floor of the State House, and the West Lawn will
include hands on fun, education, a proclamation, and local
celebrities.
Contact: Barbara Johnson (614) 279-1700;
bbarb@ohiolung.org
The University Hospital of Cleveland, OH is sponsoring a
"World Asthma Day" event on May 6, 2003 from 9:00 am
to 2:00 pm at the hospital’s atrium. The organizers will
set-up asthma tables with giveaways, asthma information, and
EPA’s Smoke-free Home Pledge Kits.
Contact: Allison Shaw (216) 524-5864 x.11
The Otis Moss Jr., University Hospital Medical Center is
hosting a "How to Control Your Child’s Asthma During Allergy
Season" event on May 6, 2003 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm in
Cleveland, OH. The event will have a free community education
program, asthma and allergy information, raffle drawings, and
refreshments.
Contact: Allison Shaw (216) 524-5864 x.11
Invacare Corporation is hosting a "Family Asthma Awareness
Evening" on May 13, 2003, at 7:00 pm at the Gates
Medical Building Auditorium in Elyria, OH. The asthma
awareness evening is an informational session designed to
educate attendees on how to keep asthma from controlling your
life, how to make medicines work for you, and what to do when
an emergency happens.
Contact: Karen Chapple (440) 329-6184;
kchapple@Invacare.com
Forum Health, co-sponsored by Warren West Community Health
Center and AstraZeneca, is sponsoring an "Asthma Screening"
event on May 14, 2003 from 1:00 to 6:00 pm at Trumbull
County Action Program (TCAP) Building in Warren, OH. Free
asthma screenings will be provided, along with information on
medications, treatment plans, monitoring, environmental
control, school environment issues, psychosocial concerns, and
general asthma information.
Contact: Marilyn Walton (330) 884-3415;
ped.asthma@forumhealth.org
Forum Health Tod Children’s Hospital, the Warren West
Community Health Center and AstraZeneca, will sponsor an
"Asthma Screening" event on May 14, 2003 from 1:00 to 6:00
pm at Trumbull County Action Program (TCAP) Building in
Warren, OH. Forum Health’s Pediatric/Adolescent Asthma Center
will provide free asthma screenings, along with information on
medications, treatment plans, monitoring, environmental
control, school environment issues, psychosocial concerns, and
general asthma information.
Contact: Marilyn Walton (330) 884-3415;
ped.asthma@forumhealth.org
The Twin City Medical Group & Twin City Hospital are
sponsoring an Asthma Awareness Fair on May 17, 2003 from
10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Pediatric Clinic in Dennison,
OH. Stations will be arranged to provide information about
medications, maintenance therapy, monitoring and environmental
control. Free information will be given out, along with door
prizes and refreshments.
Contact: Varsha Gharpure (740) 922-7477;
indradhanu@hotmail.com
Wisconsin
The Fight Asthma Milwaukee Allies is sponsoring an Asthma
Wellness Day on May 3, 2003 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at
the Northwest YMCA in Milwaukee, WI. The Asthma Wellness Day
is an asthma focused health fair featuring interactive
learning stations that help children and adults understand the
respiratory system and how asthma affects it. Doctors, nurses,
respiratory therapists, and health educators will be on-hand
to answer questions. Spacers, peak flow meters and pillow
covers will be given to all participants with asthma.
Contact: Erin Lee (414) 390-2179;
elee@chw.org
Wood County Health Department and Riverview Hospital are
sponsoring a "Family Health Screening Day" on May 7, 2003
from 8:00 to 12:00pm and from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at Riverview
Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. The event organizers will
provide asthma awareness information highlighting asthma
triggers and describing signs/symptoms that may call for early
medical intervention. Certified asthma instructors and
respiratory therapists will be present to answer questions.
Contact: Karen Brewer (715) 421-8924;
kbrewer@co.wood.wi.us
Walgreen's Health Initiatives (WHI) is sponsoring "Community
Asthma Awareness Days" on May 9, 2003 from 12:00 to 6:00 pm
and on May 10, 2003 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at the
Walgreens Pharmacy in Eau Claire, WI. Registered respiratory
therapists will be providing education to increase the
awareness of asthma triggers and tools to combat exacerbations
- MDI’s, action plans, spacers, and peak flow meters.
Contact: Kerri Stone (715) 833-5581;
kerri.stone@walgreens.com
The City of Wauwatosa Health Department, American Lung
Association, and Fam-Allies, are sponsoring a "Breathe Free
2003" event on May 15, 2003, from 5:15 to 8:00 pm at
the Hart Park Community Center in Wauwatosa, WI. There will be
exhibits relating to asthma and allergy care, general
respiratory health, physical activity options, healthy home
resources (i.e. mold, moisture, dust, radon, and asbestos),
tobacco cessation, and activities for children.
Contact: Sue Javoroski (414) 479-8939;
sjavoroski@wauwatosa.net
(Arkansas, Louisiana,
New Mexico, Oklahoma,
Texas)
Arkansas
Louisiana
Sharon Oser and Debra Adams are hosting a "Kids Breathing
Easier" event on May 6, 2003 from 9:15 am to 10:15 am and
on May 8, 2003 from 9:15 am to 11:15 am at the Vic Pitre
Elementary School in Westwego, LA. This event will discuss the
symptoms of an asthma attack, the triggers, and the
medication. There will be demonstrations on how to use an
inhaler with a spacer, and a video on peak flow meters will be
shown.
Contact: Sharon Oser (504) 341-1230;
soser@aol.com
New Mexico
Allergy and Asthma Network Mother’s of Asthmatics (AANMA)
is sponsoring an "Adventures In Asthma Community Asthma Fair"
event on May 10, 2003, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm at the
Cottonwood Mall in Albuquerque, NM. This is a collaborative
effort lead by the area AANMA to increase asthma awareness.
The health information fair will focus asthma and include
screenings, youth poker contests, and multimedia information.
Contact: Gerri Rivers (505) 259-6277;
dawniellerivers@aol.com
The UNM Children’s Hospital - Child Life/Pediatrics
Pulmonary is hosting an "Asthma Education Day" event on May
27, 2003 from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm at the hospital’s
pediatric clinic in Albuquerque, NM. The event will include
asthma education materials, possible representatives from
AANMA and ALA, and therapeutic recreational activities for
patients.
Contact: Nikki Doles (505) 272-2671;
ndoles@salud.unm.edu
Oklahoma
American Lung Association of Oklahoma is sponsoring a
"Story Time" event on May 5, 2003, from 11:00 to 11:40 am
at the Edmond Public Library in Edmond, OK. The event will
be promoting Sesame Streets’ "A is for Asthma" program. This
program is designed to teach pre-schoolers, 4-6 years olds,
and their care-givers asthma basics, such as asthma triggers
and emergency procedures.
Contact: Karen Stolz (405) 748-4674;
kstolz@oklung.org
American Lung Association of Oklahoma is sponsoring a
"Toddler Aerobics" event on May 8, 2003, from 10:00 to
10:40 am at Village Library in Oklahoma City, OK. The
event will be promoting Sesame Streets’ "A is for Asthma"
program. This program is designed to teach pre-schoolers, 2-5
year olds, and their care-givers asthma basics, such as asthma
triggers and emergency procedures.
Contact: Karen Stolz (405) 748-4674;
kstolz@oklung.org
American Lung Association of Oklahoma is sponsoring an
"Oklahoma City Red Hawks Baseball Game" on May 29, 2003, at
7:05 pm at Bricktown Ballpark in Oklahoma City, OK. There
will be an asthma booth at the game to promote World Asthma
Day/Month, as well as materials on the Smoke-Free Home Pledge,
Arthur’s Hooray for Health, and there will be asthma
screenings available.
Contact: Karen Stolz (405) 748-4674;
kstolz@oklung.org
Texas
St. Luke’s Lung Institute is hosting a World Asthma Day
event on May 6, 2003 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and from 4:00
- 8:00 pm at St. Luke’s Diagnostic Treatment Center in
Houston, TX. The event will include free lung screenings,
pulse oximetry, and blood pressure. "Managing Your Asthma/Q &
A Sessions" hosted by the lung institute’s advanced practice
nurse. Presentations including: "Asthma, COPD, or Emphysema.
Contact: Angela Luna (832) 355-5864;
aluna@sleh.com
The Family Asthma Program at Children’s Hospital of Austin
is hosting an "Asthma Awareness Day" event on May 6, 2003,
from 3:00 to 7:00 pm at the hospital’s 2nd
floor lobby in Austin, TX. The event will include activities
for the children, special appearances by guest speakers,
representatives from pharmaceutical companies, information
presented by a member of the American Lung Association, and
many other educational materials.
Contact: June Niblett (512) 324-7547;
jniblett@seton.org
AmeriGroup Corporation & Baylor All Saints are sponsoring
an Asthma: Take Control Health Fair on May 10, 2003 from
10:00 am to 2:00 pm at Baylor All Saints Medical Center in
Fort Worth, TX. The event will include general information on
asthma medications & triggers. There will be demonstrations on
peak flow meters & spacers, as well as education on how
weather effects asthma. Information on careers in respiratory
therapy will also be available.
Contact: Len Roof (817) 861-7711;
lroof@amerigroupcorp.com
Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics is
sponsoring a "National Asthma Screening Day" event on May
17, 2003, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at the North Park
Center in Dallas, TX. Allergists and asthma specialists will
be present to screen patients for asthma. There will also be
information available about asthma and related issues.
Contact: Debbie Jordan (972) 612-0411
The Harris County Hospital District is sponsoring a "Family
Asthma Workshop" on May 17, 2003 from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
at the Ben Taub General Hospital: Neuro-Psychiatric Center in
Houston, TX. This workshop is designed to educate children
ages 5-15, their parents, and adults with asthma. Attendees
will have the opportunity to speak about asthma with doctors,
and they will enjoy FREE food and parking, activities for ages
5-15, and door prizes.
Contact: Karla Phillips (713) 873-3041;
karla-phillips@HCHD.tmc.edu
Envirotech is sponsoring an "Asthma: Take Control" event on
May 27, 2003, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Tivy High
School Cafeteria in Kerrville, TX. The event will provide
materials on how to control asthma triggers, and Dr. Dale
Mohar will be present to speak about asthma.
Contact: Regan land (830) 792-3994;
rland@envirotechiaq.com
(Iowa, Kansas,
Missouri, Nebraska)
Iowa
Kansas
Missouri
The Department of Cardiopulmonary and Diagnostic Sciences
is sponsoring an "Asthma Awareness Health Fair" on May 10,
2003 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Broadway Shopping
Center in Columbia, MO. The health fair will include free lung
screening, pulse oximetry, asthma educational information, IAQ
and triggers, demos on the use of spacers, and door prizes.
Contact: Terri Dobey (573) 882-4928;
dobeyt@health.missouri.edu
Cass Medical Center is hosting a "Children’s Health and
Safety Fair" on May 17, 2003, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
in Harrisonville, MO. The event will have a variety of
stations. The asthma station will demonstrate pulse oximetry,
peak flows, and asthma education. The fair will also provide
snow cones and clowns for the kids.
Contact: Melissa Jennings (816) 380-5888 x416;
mjjennings@cassmed.org
St. Louis Regional Asthma Consortium is sponsoring a "World
Asthma Day" event on May 18, 2003 from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm
at the St. Louis Science Center in St. Louis, MO. The day will
include free asthma screenings, information booths, and kids’
activities. There will be doctors available to answer
questions, and a special appearance by St. Louis Rams
defensive player #51, Courtland Bullard.
Contact: Heather Kelly (314) 645-5505 x102;
heather@asthma-stlouis.org
Nebraska
The University of Nebraska Medical Center is sponsoring the
"3rd Annual Asthma Awareness Event: Lifting the
Burden of Asthma" on April 26, 2003, from 10:00 am to 4:00
pm at Monument Mall in Scottsbluff, NE. The days
activities will include asthma screenings, and educational
activities for children. Two child-size inhalers "I.M. Rescue"
and "I.M. Control" will be visiting with participants.
Attendees will have the opportunity to win prizes, including a
nebulizer.
Contact: Dr. Kim Rodehorst (308) 632-0420;
tkrodeho@unmc.edu
(Colorado, Montana,
North Dakota,
South Dakota,
Utah, Wyoming)
Colorado
The American Lung Association of Colorado is sponsoring a
"The Breathe Better Bus Tour" on May 8, 2003, from 8:00 am
to 4:00 pm at the Pueblo Community Health Center in
Pueblo, CO. The Breathe Better Bus is a 40-foot bus that
contains interactive learning stations about lung health. Bus
visitors will learn about asthma, air quality, tobacco use,
and how to keep their lungs healthy. There is also FREE lung
function testing available.
Contact: Jennifer Beasley (719) 296-8800
The American Lung Association of Colorado is sponsoring a
"The Breathe Better Bus Tour" on May 9, 2003, from 4:00 to
8:00 pm at the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Pueblo, CO. The
Breathe Better Bus is a 40-foot bus that contains interactive
learning stations about lung health. Bus visitors will learn
about asthma, air quality, tobacco use, and how to keep their
lungs healthy. There is also FREE lung function testing
available.
Contact: Jennifer Beasley (719) 296-8800
The American Lung Association of Colorado is sponsoring a
"The Breathe Better Bus Tour" on May 10, 2003, from 8:00 am
to 3:00 pm at the Langoni Soccer Complex in Pueblo, CO.
The Breathe Better Bus is a 40-foot bus that contains
interactive learning stations about lung health. Bus visitors
will learn about asthma, air quality, tobacco use, and how to
keep their lungs healthy. There is also FREE lung function
testing available.
Contact: Jennifer Beasley (719) 296-8800
Montana
North Dakota
The Spirit Lake Asthma Clinic is hosting a "World Asthma
Day Open House" on May 7, 2003, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm
at the Spirit Lake Asthma Clinic in Fort Totten, ND. The open
house will focus on educating the community about asthma and
environmental influences. There will be brochures, posters, a
video presentation, as well as an introduction to the Spirit
Lake Asthma Clinic.
Contact: Barb Haugland (701) 766-1731;
haugland@stellarnet.com
South Dakota
Utah
The Children’s Asthma Program at Primary Children’s Medical
Center is sponsoring a Breathe Free in 2003 Asthma Fair on
May 6, 2003 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at the Primary Children’s
Medical Center in Salt Lake City, UT. This event is being held
to promote asthma awareness in our community by providing
current asthma information and resources in an entertaining
and interactive event that will include: door prizes, free
asthma information, recent guidelines and therapies for
treating asthma, and games/activities for the whole family.
Booths will include the following organizations: The
Children’s Asthma Program at Primary Children’s Medical
Center, American Lung Association, Utah School Nurses
Association, Department of Health, and Intermountain
Healthcare.
Contact: Gary Peterson (801) 588-2734;
pcgpete1@ihc.com
Wyoming
(Arizona,
California, Hawaii,
Nevada)
Arizona
California
Kaiser Permanente is sponsoring an World Asthma Day Fair on
May 2, 2003 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Kaiser
Permanente-Bellflower location in Downey, CA. The fair will
enable participants to speak with asthma experts,
pediatricians, family practice allergists, and sports medicine
doctors. Attendees will be able to play "Wheel of Asthma," see
demonstrations of peak flow meters, spacers, and nebulizers.
Contact: Cecilia Arias (562) 622-4158;
cxarias@scal.kp.org
The Hazardous Environmental Education Services (THEES) is
sponsoring a "George Ayule Health and Fitness Day" on May 3
and 10, 2003 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at THEES training
facility in Sacramento, CA. The event organizers will provide
asthma awareness and education, videos, games, and contests.
Contact: Vicki Branch Ayule (916) 383-0657
Imperial Valley Asthma Coalition (IVAC) is sponsoring a
"World Asthma Day Kickoff Walkathon" on May 4, 2003 from
9:00 to 11:00 am at Bucklin Park in El Centro, CA. IVAC
will have a walkathon to distribute asthma information to
families in Imperial Valley.
Contact: Lorena Martinez (760) 336-2785;
lmartinez@ecrmc.org
The Imperial County Public Health Department is sponsoring
a "World Asthma Day Kickoff Walkathon" on May 4, 2003, from
9:00 to 11:00 am at Bucklin Park in El Centro, CA.
Imperial County Public Health Department will have a walkathon
to distribute asthma information to families in Bucklin Park.
Contact: Yolanda Bernal (760) 482-4940;
yolandabernal@imperialcounty.net
The Imperial County Public Health Department is sponsoring
a "World Asthma Day Health Fair" on May 6, 2003, from 3:00
to 7:00 pm at El Centro Regional Medical Center in El
Centro, CA. Imperial County Public Health Department will have
a health fair to distribute asthma information to families at
El Centro Regional Medical Center. Contact:
Yolanda Bernal (760) 482-4940;
yolandabernal@imperialcounty.net
The American Lung Association of California - Valley Lode
Branch is sponsoring a "Community Health Fair" on May 6,
2003 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at the Sherwood Mall in
Stockton, CA. The health fair will promote asthma awareness
through asthma educational materials, asthma screening,
tobacco education and prevention materials. Local health
agencies and community based organizations will have booths
and will share information regarding health, nutrition,
exercise, tobacco, etc.
Contact: Charlotte Hunter-Brown (209) 478-1888;
alacvl@inreach.com
Kaiser Permanente-Harbor City is sponsoring a "World Asthma
Day Fair" on May 6, 2003, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at
the Quad Area next to Normandie North Pharmacy in Harbor City,
CA. There will be physicians present to answer questions on
asthma, and there will also be allergists, pediatricians and
nurses checking peak flow meter readings.
Contact: Susan Peters (310) 517-3694;
susan.t.peters@kp.org
Stanislaus County Asthma Coalition is sponsoring "World
Asthma Day" activities from May 6-9, 2003 throughout
various locations of Stanislaus County in Modesto, CA.
Activities include a proclamation, fairs and training
sessions.
Contact: Dolores Cisneros (209) 558-4846;
dcisneros@schsa.org
The Pioneers Memorial Hospital is hosting a "World Asthma
Day Health Fair" on May 7, 2003, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm
in Brawley, CA. The health fair will provide asthma
information to families at Pioneers Memorial Hospital.
Contact: Yolanda Bernal (760) 482-4940;
yolandabernal@imperialcounty.net
The Fresno/Madera County Asthma Coalition is sponsoring a
"Valley Asthma Day Fair" on May 10, 2003 from 12:00 to 4:00
pm at the Fresno Fulton Mall in Fresno, CA. The asthma
fair is filled with educational activities to help people
learn more about asthma management. There will be booths to
teach about different aspects of asthma, including asthma
triggers and the proper use of management tools. Free asthma
screenings will be made available for children and adults, and
doctors will be present to answer questions pertaining to
asthma. There will be prizes, games, face painting and more.
Contact: Susie A. Rico (559) 222-4800;
srico@amerilungcencal.org
The American Lung Association of Santa Clara and San
Bernito Counties is sponsoring a "World Asthma Day Event -
South County" on May 10, 2003 at Wal-mart in Gilroy,
CA. The event will include free asthma screenings, information
about asthma, physician consultation for children and adults
living with asthma, games and other fun activities.
Contact: Margo Sidener (408) 998-5864;
margo@lungsrus.org
The American Lung Association of Santa Clara and San
Bernito Counties is sponsoring a "World Asthma Day Event -
South County" on May 10, 2003 at Columbia Neighborhood
Center in Sunnyvale, CA. The event will include free asthma
screenings, information about asthma, physician consultation
for children and adults living with asthma, games and other
fun activities.
Contact: Margo Sidener (408) 998-5864;
margo@lungsrus.org
Hawaii
The American Lung Association of Hawaii (ALAH) & Apria
Health Care is sponsoring a "World Asthma Awareness Month"
event on April 25, 2003, at 3:00 pm at the Hawaii
County Building in Hilo, HI. The event will include photo
opportunities and a "Proclamation of May" as Asthma Awareness
Month with Hawaii Island County Major, Harry Kim. There will
also be a press release to the Hawaii Tribune Herald on April
30, 2003, stating free asthma kits will be available
throughout the month of May at ALAH & Apria Health Care.
Contact: Sally Ancheta (808) 935-1206;
alahbi@pixi.com
Nevada
(Alaska, Idaho,
Oregon, Washington)
Alaska
Allergy and Asthma Network Mother’s of Asthmatics (AANMA)
is sponsoring an "Asthma Awareness Day" event on May 15,
2003, beginning around 6:30 pm at the Bartlett Regional
Hospital in Juneau, AK. For this event, Dr. Charles Jackson
will discuss new asthma guidelines and cutting edge asthma
treatments.
Contact: Cathy Boutin (907) 789-7936;
aanma@aol.com
Idaho
Oregon
American Lung Association of Oregon is sponsoring "World
Asthma Day" events on May 8, 2003, in Eugene, OR. Youth
who bring a World Asthma Day coupon to the Eugene City Swim
Club (Sheldon Pool 4-6 pm), Lane County Ice Arena (2-4 pm and
7-8 pm), and Martial Arts America will get one hour of free
swim, skate, or gym time. Pulmonary educators will be
available to provide information about asthma and asthma
management.
Contact: Kirsten Jensen (503) 924-4094;
kirsten@lungoregon.org
Washington
King County Asthma Forum is hosting a "What is Asthma?"
Poster Contest on May 6, 2003 at Aki Kurose Academy,
Concord Elementary School, and High Point Seattle Public
Library in Seattle, WA. The Rainier Valley/New Holly
Neighborhood Asthma Committee is sponsoring the poster
contest. They will have books about asthma on display in their
school library.
Contact: Maythia Airhart (206) 205-0523;
somaythia.airhart@metrokc.gov
The Eber family is hosting a "World Bike for Breath" event
on May 7, 2003 at 8:15 am at the Sea-Tac Airport in
Seattle, WA. The Eber family will depart on a 15,000 mile
cycling tour through 25 countries to raise awareness and funds
for asthma. The Eber family hopes to collect 15,000 names of
individuals with asthma and present the list to the President
of the United States in August 2004.
Contact: Dr. Paula Homes Eber (206) 855-2907;
bikeforbreath@hotmail.com
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