Asthma & the Internet

How Can I Learn About Asthma From the Internet?

Information from the internet should not replace medical care.
The Internet can connect you with information around the world.
Asthma information can be found at different addresses (websites) on the Internet.
If you do not own a computer, public Internet access can be found at community sites such as the local library or Community Centre. Ask about sites in your community.

Is It Good Information?

Anyone can put anything on the Internet. Some information may not be correct.
Do not trust a site that says they can cure asthma. At present, there is no cure for asthma.
Look for well known organizations. See the websites suggested on this website.

Question What You Read

Who wrote the information? Do they work with known organizations? (eg. hospital or universities).
Is it easy to red and understand?
Does it seem complete? Can it be checked with other trusted sites?
Is the information recent and up to date? Do links to other sites still work?
Other people may share their experiences on a website. Be careful about following their advice.

How Can I Check Out the Information?

Check out new ideas by speaking to your:

ASTHMA WEBSITES

The Children's Asthma Education Centre

www.asthma-education.com

iCAN (Calgary Asthma Network)

www.ucalgary.ca/icancontrolasthma

Childhood Asthma Foundation

www.childasthma.com

Asthma Society of Canada

www.asthma.ca

Canadian Lung Association

www.lung.ca/asthma

Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America

www.aafa.org

Asthme Quebec, L'asthme au quotidien

www.asthme-quebec.ca

Hospital for Sick Children

www.aboutkidshealth.ca/En/ResourceCentres/asthma

Websites for Kids

iCAN (Calgary Asthma Network)

www.ucalgary.ca/icancontrolasthma/kidsall

The Asthma Society of Canada

www.asthmakids.ca

Websites for Teens

The Children's Asthma Education Centre

www.teen-asthma.com

Asthma Society of Canada

www.airsquare.ca

The Lung Association

www.teenasthma.ca

iCAN (Calgary Asthma Network)

www.ucalgary.ca/icancontrolasthma/teenpanels

Asthma Allie Says:

"Keep learning about asthma!"