Winning with Asthma



Coaches, referees, and PE teachers...Did you know:
  • An average team of 10 players has at least one athlete with asthma.
  • Asthma is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases.
  • Asthma is the leading cause of missed school days due to chronic disease.
  • People with asthma can participate in almost any sport or exercise when their asthma is well controlled.
  • Asthma is a serious disease and while there is no cure, it can be managed with proper medication.
Asthma affects people in different ways and not every athlete will have the same signs and symptoms.  The most common to watch for include:
  • Coughing
  • Wheezing or breaths that sound high pitched when exhaling
  • Chest pain or tightness
  • Shortness of or gasping for breath
  • Excessive fatigue
  • Nausea/vomiting
An asthma attack can happen anywhere, anytime, sometimes with very little warning.  Coaches must be prepared to deal with reasonably foreseeable situations that may occur before, during or after their sporting event; and that may include dealing with an asthma attack.  Help young athletes be successful.  Take the 30 minute online course at:

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Megan Smith BSN, RN

Megan joined the Uintah School District Nursing team in 2021. She brings with her 25 years of nursing experience including home health care,...