LIVING WITH ASTHMA
11 Staggering Facts About Asthma:
Asthma remains one of the most widespread chronic respiratory conditions affecting children and adults across the globe. In the United States alone, about 28 million people (roughly 7.7 % of the population) live with asthma, including nearly 5 million children, and on average 9–11 Americans die from asthma each day — most of which are avoidable with proper management and care.
In New York City, asthma is a major public health challenge: hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers are affected, with children accounting for a substantial share of emergency room visits and hospital stays, especially in neighborhoods burdened by environmental and housing inequities.
Globally, asthma impacts an estimated hundreds of millions, with symptoms ranging from wheezing and coughing to chest tightness, and it remains one of the most common chronic diseases among children worldwide.
At ICDS.ngo, we take these staggering facts as a call to action — not just numbers on a page. We know fresh air and clean environments are powerful tools in preventing asthma triggers, from improved ventilation and reduced pollution exposure to creating outdoor learning spaces where kids can breathe easy. By equipping young people with **knowledge about asthma — what triggers it, how it affects health, and how to manage it — we empower them to become compassionate problem solvers for their own communities and future generations. Understanding asthma today builds healthier, more resilient leaders tomorrow.
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It’s also important to regularly air out your apartment or house by opening windows and allowing FRESH AIR to circulate. Proper ventilation helps reduce indoor pollutants, moisture, mold, and other asthma triggers that are common in dense urban housing and challenging living conditions faced by many city residents. Even a short daily breeze can improve indoor air quality, support easier breathing, and play a simple but effective role in asthma prevention, especially for children and families living in high-risk environments.
ASTHMA & SLEEP INSTITUTE
IN NEW YORK CITY
Transforming Asthma Care
With Immunotherapy and Biologics
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