PAMF Asthma Care

Asthma affects millions of people, from the youngest children to older adults. With the right care, treatment and support, you can lead a normal, healthy life. Asthma specialists at Palo Alto Medical Foundation can help you keep your asthma symptoms under control.

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Asthma Care for Life

You are an important part of your asthma treatment team. At the Palo Alto Medical Foundation, asthma experts help you learn how to prevent and manage your asthma.

Nearly 4 million children and adults in California suffer from asthma, a chronic disease that can cause wheezing and trouble breathing. When asthma is not adequately treated and kept under control, it can lead to many problems, such as:

Frequent visits to the Emergency Department or hospitalization
Inability to participate in physical activities, including exercise and sports
Missed school and/or work days
Lung damage

Doctor and patient asthma discussion

Our team works with you and your family so you can breathe freely again.

Helpful Resources

Avoiding Asthma Triggers
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Asthma
Maximizing Your Asthma Care
Online Self-Guided Asthma Management Class
Asthma Control Test (12 years and older) (PDF) English | Spanish
Asthma Control Test (4 to 11 years) (PDF) English | Spanish

Asthma Research

Asthma is the most common chronic disease of children in the U.S. It inflames and narrows breathing airways and, if untreated, can kill. Asthma tends to run in families, but environmental factors like pollen and pollution also trigger it. Research looks for ways to improve treatment today and prevent asthma in the future.

Sutter Health Asthma Research Sutter Health Asthma Research