Essential Asthma Management Steps During Air Pollution Season

Dr Manisha Mendiratta from Sarvodaya Hospital recommends that asthma patients keep prescribed inhalers accessible, check expiry dates, and continue controller medications without interruption during pollution season.

Patients should consult their physician regarding recommended annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations to reduce the risk of respiratory infections triggering asthma flare-ups.

Individuals should check local Air Quality Index levels before outdoor activities, wear well-fitting N95 respirators, and maintain indoor air quality using HEPA filter air purifiers.