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Got Transition
Got Transition® is a federally funded center that offers many resources for young adults and their families to support them in their journey as they transition from pediatric to adult healthcare. Access resources here.
Transitioning Your Arthritis and Rheumatic Disease Care to an Adult Provider
Adolescents with chronic illnesses, including arthritis, need guidance and a plan for the future in order to safely transition to an adult provider.
How to Use and Maintain a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) with a Spacer and Mask
This video demonstrates how to use a metered dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer and a mask, including when and how to prime it, when and how to take your inhaled medication with a spacer, and more.
How to Use and Maintain a Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) with a Spacer and Mouthpiece
This video demonstrates how to use a metered dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer and a mouthpiece, including when and how to prime it, when and how to take your inhaled medication with a spacer, and more.
Asthma Tips for Parents
Parents can help their teens better manage their asthma by following tips provided by experts at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
How to Use a Metered Dose Inhaler with a Spacer and a Mask
Get step-by-step instructions for using a metered dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer and a mask to treat asthma in children.
National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP)
The NAEPPA, administered by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, provides asthma information for patients, schools and the public.
Controlling Your Home Environment to Prevent Asthma Flares
Making a few changes around your home can help you limit your child's exposure to common asthma triggers and allergens, such as pet dander, dust mites, and mold.
How to Use a Metered Dose Inhaler with a Spacer
Get step-by-step instructions for helping your child use a metered dose inhaler (MDI) with a spacer to treat asthma.