The incidence of asthma is rising dramatically in the United States and across the globe. Asthma affects 17 million people in the U.S. and is the most common chronic childhood disease. If you or someone you love suffers from asthma, you know that there is no curehowever, with proper care, asthmatics can lead normal, active, and fulfilling lives. Now you can breathe easy with this plain-English guide, which clearly explains the prevention, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment of the disease.

Asthma For Dummieswill help asthma sufferers and their loved ones get a strong handle on managing the disease. Dr. William Berger, one of the nations foremost experts on allergies and asthma, gives you the tools you need to: