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  Open Airways For Schools Despite advances in asthma medication, asthma continues to present a serious threat to Colorado's children simply because many children do not receive a complete education in how to manage asthma effectively. Open Airways for Schools is the American Lung Association's six-session school-based program to teach children, ages 8 to 11, the essentials of asthma management. Open Airways for Schools was honored with a Health Education Research Award from the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program. Children who participate in Open Airways for Schools:
Open Airway's interactive approach uses group decision activities, stories, games, and role-playing to promote children's active involvement in the learning process. For more information, contact asthma@lungcolorado.org. Other asthma pages About Asthma  Champ CampFor nearly 30 years running, Champ Camp is Colorado's ultimate summer camp for kids with asthma. Colorado Asthma Programs Find out about our adult asthma management presentations, as well as our school-based asthma education programs. Links and Resources  The Breathe Better Bus is a 40-foot bus powered by compressed natural gas (CNG) that has been converted to an educational center. The bus contains six interactive learning stations that focus on respiratory health, including information about asthma and tobacco. Visit the Breathe Better Foundation Web site to learn more. |
