KENTUCKY REGIONAL EXTENSION CENTER

Asthma concept line drawing with Asthma treatment symbols including inhalers, pills, syringes and first aid boxes around lungs for asthma awareness.May is Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month

Over 27.8 million adults and 4.8 million children in the U.S. are living with asthma.

The Kentucky REC, in partnership with KDPH’s Kentucky Asthma Management Program (KAMP) are raising awareness about the importance of asthma control, helping patients, caregiver, and healthcare professionals build knowledge and skills needed for effective daily management.

Many learning opportunities are available this month to support individuals and families in living well with asthma.

The American Lung Association (ALA) and the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) are providing FREE RESOURCES to help your healthcare organization increase awareness and access to resources within your communities.

AAFA: CLICK HERE for Pediatric Asthma Social Media Toolkit
ALA: CLICK HERE for Asthma Awareness Month | American Lung Association Resources
KAMP: CLICK HERE for Asthma Management Program – Cabinet for Health and Family Services Resources

Patient and Clinical Education Opportunities:
May 5: Webinar: 2026 Clean Air School Symposium, 11am – 2:30pm EST  REGISTER HERE

May 8:
Webinar: Building Clinical Linkages with Asthma Care Partners, 12 – 1pm EST REGISTER HERE

May 15:
Webinar: Asthma Medication in Schools: Back to the Basics,12 – 1pm EST REGISTER HERE

May 22:
Webinar: Treating Persistent Asthma: Putting your Patient on the Right Therapy Using the Stepwise Charts, 12 – 1pm EST REGISTER HERE

May 29:
Webinar: Asthma Action Plans, 12- 1pm EST REGISTER HERE