To celebrate the Nation's Birthday, you can enjoy celebrations all over the country with fireworks, parades, concerts, and family gatherings. Here are 4 tips to celebrate this 4th of July: 

1. If you are having a celebration outdoors, be sure to take your allergy medication early to avoid any symptoms throughout the day. 
2. Try sitting upwind of any campfires or fireworks and consider wearing an N95 mask to avoid getting smoke in your lungs. Don’t forget to carry your rescue inhaler at all times. 
3. To avoid cross-contamination on the grill you can wrap your food in foil and consider using different color utensils for making and serving your food. 
4. Chlorine from a swimming pool can cause allergy-like reactions and trigger breathing problems in people with asthma. If irritation occurs, wash the affected area with clean water.

If you are experiencing allergy & asthma symptoms that are interfering with your fun summer activities, talk to one of our providers at STAAMP, who can help find the best course of action for you and your family.