World Asthma Day is organized by the Global Initiative for Asthma, a World Health Organization collaborative organization founded in 1993.

Shortness of breath , Chest tightness or pain , Wheezing when exhaling, Trouble sleeping caused by shortness of breath, coughing, or wheezing

Airborne allergens such as pollens, Respiratory infections such as the common cold, physical activity, cold air air pollutants and irritants such as smoke, strong emotions, and stress sulfites and preservatives added to some types of foods and beverage.

Having a blood relative with asthma, having another allergic condition, being overweight, being a smoker, exposure to secondhand smoke, exposure to exhaust fumes or pollution, exposure to occupational triggers such as chemicals.

Work with your doctor to identify your asthma trigger, make your Asthma Action Plan, reduce your exposures to your asthma triggers, take daily medicines as on your Asthma Action Plan, know your asthma warning signs.

GINA has chosen ‘Closing Gaps in Asthma Care’ as the theme for the 2022 World Asthma Day.