5 Steps to Prepare for Hot Days For Caregivers of Children with Asthma – U. S

Organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Year: 2024

This CDC factsheet offers essential guidance for caregivers of children with asthma to help manage symptoms during extreme heat and poor air quality. It includes strategies to reduce exposure, recognize early signs of asthma attacks, and maintain safe environments during hot weather. The resource emphasizes staying hydrated, using air conditioning when possible, monitoring air quality levels, and following asthma action plans. With heat and pollution becoming more intense due to climate change, this tool supports better preparedness and protects vulnerable children from preventable health complications. Perfect for parents, schools, and healthcare providers looking to safeguard children’s respiratory health.