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Thank You for Attending!Thank you to everyone who supported and attended the 2025 World Asthma Day Conference: Asthma Tomorrow—Urgent Action for a Healthier Future. The event featured two dynamic panels led by eight experts, offering insights into the current state of asthma and concrete strategies for action. We also debuted our first-ever poster session, where undergraduate and graduate students, alongside community partners, presented emerging research, innovative practices, and key challenges in asthma care. Top posters were recognized with awards for their outstanding contributions. Together, we’re driving progress toward a healthier future. |
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CAC Resources & MOREAddressing Asthma Disparities in ChicagoThe Chicago Asthma Consortium is proud to announce the release of its "Addressing Asthma Disparities in Chicago" position paper, born from the Fall 2024 Conference. This report highlights the stark disparities in asthma outcomes affecting marginalized communities in Chicago, drawing on critical data from city, county, and state health departments. It reveals how social and environmental factors like poor housing and limited healthcare access drive these inequities, identifying key issues such as racial and geographic disparities, the impact of inadequate housing, healthcare barriers, lack of community awareness, and policy gaps. The paper concludes with strategic recommendations for policy change, healthcare system improvements, and community empowerment, all aimed at reducing the disproportionate burden of asthma in vulnerable populations. Read Addressing Asthma Disparities in Chicago
Asthma Inhaler Co-Pay Cap LawsLearn about co-pay cap laws in the U.S. that aim to make asthma medications more affordable for patients. These resources provide an overview of the current regulations and their impact on asthma treatment costs.Click the links below to learn more:
Tenants with Asthma: An Environmental ChecklistChicago Asthma Consortium (CAC) and Metropolitan Tenants Organization (MTO) collaborated to create a checklist as a tool to identify and lessen potential household hazards (called triggers) for any tenant or family member with asthma.
The American Lung Association is Committed to Enhancing Asthma CareThis quality improvement project utilizes a collaborative approach to implement new systems that support and sustain the adherence to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) asthma guidelines in partnering clinics.
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Congratulations to our Inhaler Challenge Winner!
Denise Colbrook
The Chicago Asthma Consortium (CAC) is excited to introduce our new podcast, a monthly series exploring critical topics related to asthma management, research, and lived experiences. Each episode features expert guests who share insights, strategies and personal stories to help individuals, caregivers, and healthcare professionals navigate the complexities of asthma care. Learn More
Each month, we highlight a member of our community who has either lived with asthma or supported someone with the condition, showcasing their journey of overcoming challenges, learning along the way, and inspiring others.
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Dr. Renee Matthews
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Membership Benefits CAC members participate in Chicago’s only coalition of asthma advocates and support community-based asthma awareness activities.
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