While flu and cold season is always sporadic, this year is already one of the toughest so far with flu outbreaks across the nation stemming from the arrival of the H1N1 virus and another wave of seasonal flu on the horizon. Individuals with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are at higher risk of acquiring severe respiratory symptoms if they get a cold or the flu, and those with asthma account for about one-third of all individuals hospitalized with H1N1 flu. To help asthma and COPD patients and their caregivers learn more about what they can do this winter, Teva Respiratory has launched of a new educational resource called www.FluandAsthma.com.

For common data about asthma and COPD, as well as links to other cold and flu resources, visit www.FluandAsthma.com. The internet website also provides an asthma/COPD action plan, tips for getting through the cold and flu season, and key queries to ask your doctor, which patients can print and bring with them to check-ups to ensure they get the most out of each visit.

Equally important is checking the expiration date on all inhalers, particularly rescue inhalers, so patients know their medications are available to utilise when needed. Individuals with asthma and COPD also need to know that not all inhalers are designed to have the same features. www.FluandAsthma.com includes data on essential items those with asthma and COPD should consider when talking about treatment alternatives with their doctor. For example, some albuterol inhalers expire in 12 months while others can be used for 24 months, allowing more time to use all 200 doses. Patients should talk to their healthcare provider about which inhaler options well fit their treatment demands.

For more information on asthma, COPD and this year’s cold and flu season, visit www.FluandAsthma.com.

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