September is Peak Asthma Month: Is Your Child Ready?

As summer winds down and children head back to school, it’s a time to be vigilant about your child’s asthma and allergy management. September, often referred to as Asthma Peak Month, poses increased risks for kids with asthma. According to Dr. Gailen Marshall, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), returning to school leads to more virus transmission and higher levels of environmental allergens, such as mold and ragweed. Additionally, children may have lapsed in their regular asthma management routines over the summer, contributing to a surge in asthma attacks and hospitalizations. Understanding the September Spike Increased Exposure to Viruses With children back in school, the spread of viruses like the common cold, influenza, COVID-19, and RSV becomes more common. These respiratory viruses are known triggers for asthma attacks. The crowded conditions in classrooms facilitate the transmission of these infections, making it crucial to take preventative measures. “September is known as Asthma Peak Month because kids have returned to school, and viruses are being passed around,” says allergist Dr. Gailen Marshall, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Environmental Allergens September sees a rise in environmental allergens, including mold and ragweed. These allergens...