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Asthma Program
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Asthma

Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways that makes breathing difficult. This site has information on how to manage it and live well with asthma, as well as resources and tools for professionals who help people with asthma.

Know Your Asthma Triggers 

Asthma triggers are everywhere; outside, in businesses, at your work place, schools, everywhere. Children, teens, and adults now spend up to 90% of their time indoors, and at least 50% of that time is spent in the home. 

Learn more about what triggers make asthma worse. Learn about different types of triggers (allergens and irritants) and what you can do to reduce your exposure and avoid an asthma episode. 

  • About Asthma

  • Learn the basics about asthma and how it affects the lungs, asthma symptoms, and common asthma triggers.

  • Managing Asthma

  • Learn how to manage your asthma on a daily basis with resources and tools.

  • Data

  • State and national data, fact sheets and reports.

  • For Communities

  • Resources to raise asthma awareness and increase educational outreach in every community. 

  • For Homes

  • Resources for homeowners, renters, and landlords around the importance of living in a healthy home. 

  • For Schools

  • Information and resources for schools that will support students with asthma.

  • For Workplaces

  • Resources for workers, employers, and health care professionals on work-related asthma.

  • Who We Are

  • About the Minnesota Department of Health Asthma Program.

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Last Updated: 10/27/2025