When Every Breath Matters: A Pediatrician's Guide to Childhood Asthma
SEP 03, 2025With the right knowledge and proactive management, children with asthma can lead full, active, and vibrant lives.
Read MorePet ownership has been on the rise in the last few decades. A recent study by the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association determined that approximately two-thirds of American households (71.1 million) have at least one pet. According to national surveys, most pet owners say companionship, love, company, and affection are the main benefits of owning a pet. There is a large amount of data confirming that pets are good for our psychological health and may increase, not only the quality of your lives but also our longevity.
The following is just a small sampling of what research has shown:
All that said, one quote I like (by an unknown author) is: “There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.”
Original post date: November 2015. Revised: March 2019.
With the right knowledge and proactive management, children with asthma can lead full, active, and vibrant lives.
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