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That is a phrase we hear a lot at our asthma classes. There is a
lot for children and parents to know about asthma. Unfortunately,
doctors’ offices do not always have the time to explain to
families all that they should know about the disease and how to
manage it. Oftentimes, parents begin our class believing that they
know most everything about asthma. However, once the class begins,
most find that they knew just the beginning of the story about how
to manage asthma. By the end of the class, most parents can be heard
saying, “Now I know and I am going to start.”
The best part about our classes is that kids with asthma learn
too. Children between the ages of 6-12 participate in a fun, hands-on
asthma education workshop taught by a child psychologist. They make
lung models out of tubing and silly puddy, act out asthma symptoms,
and don pirate hats to hunt for “trigger treasure.”
Almost every week, CVS/pharmacy Draw A Breath hosts asthma education
classes for children and parents at Hasbro Children’s Hospital.
The classes are designed to be innovative, interactive, and culturally
appropriate. Classes are taught in English and Spanish. The classes
are open to all who want to attend.
A diverse, multi-disciplinary staff is dedicated to providing quality
services to families with asthma. Classes include demonstration,
discussion, and interactive presentations. Topics covered include:
- asthma physiology
- common medication options for asthma management;
- identification of asthma triggers and strategies for trigger
control;
- symptom recognition and response; and
- psychosocial issues that affect asthma management.
During the class, instructors demonstrate and discuss the use
of medical equipment for asthma control at home, and families receive
free peak flow meters and spacers.
On-site babysitting is provided for children younger than 6 years
old.
When: Most Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Registration begins at 4:45 p.m.
• See the upcoming class schedule
Where: Hasbro Children’s Hospital, Providence
Room 151, 1st Floor
(Free parking pass given at class)
We ask that families pre-register for class. Call 444.8340 to register
or learn more about our classes.
Yes, we offer classes at schools and community sites throughout
Rhode Island and our class schedule continues to grow. Contact us
at 444.8340 to learn about classes in a community near you.
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