Asthma education doesn’t have to overwhelm patients to be effective.

In this episode of RTs Share Tea, Linda Fry — Thee Asthma Lady — shares 4 patient-friendly asthma self-management videos that asthma educators and respiratory therapists can use to improve patient understanding and build confidence.

If you work with patients with asthma, you already know: Clear, simple education is key to better asthma control and fewer unnecessary ER visits.

These short, easy-to-follow videos reinforce essential self-management skills patients can revisit anytime.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to use videos that cover:

• The basics of asthma

• Identifying and managing asthma triggers

• Understanding how to use an Asthma Action Plan

• Proper inhaler technique

Linda also shares practical strategies for integrating these tools into clinic visits, community programs, and follow-up care to strengthen patient engagement and long-term asthma self-management.

And no — this episode is not sponsored. No partnerships. No promo codes. Just me sharing the tea on resources I personally use and trust in my asthma education work.

If you're a Respiratory Therapist, Asthma Educator (AE-C), Community Health Worker, or healthcare professional, this episode will give you practical tools to simplify asthma education and support stronger patient outcomes. Subscribe for more conversations on respiratory care, asthma education, and professional growth for RTs.

Videos mentioned below:

AAFA Asthma Basic

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=CSpr9mvMtLo

TedEx Asthma 101

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PzfLDi-sL3w

For how to use Asthma Action Plan

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dvcBapdEFaU&pp=0gcJCY4Bo7VqN5tD

For inhaler technique

https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/what-is-asthma/how-to-use-asthma-inhalers/#MDI

Bonus webinar for asthma educators

https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/webinars-updates/effective-patient-education-for-asthma/

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What happens when one of the most trusted careers in America is suddenly labeled as not a “real profession”?

In this powerful episode of Rts Share Tea, Linda “Thee Asthma Lady” sits down with nursing expert and research scientist Dr. Jenny Uguru, DNP, RN to unpack the current state of nursing, higher education access, student loan debt, and the growing concerns around nurse and patient safety.From advanced degrees and leadership roles to being told nursing isn’t a “real” profession — we’re talking about it ALL.

In this episode, we discuss:️

️-The stigma of calling nursing a “non-professional” career️

-Barriers to higher education for nurses️

-The impact of student debt in healthcare️

-Why nurse safety = patient safety️

-The future of the nursing profession

Dr. Uguru brings her leadership experience, clinical expertise, and real-world perspective to this timely conversation about respect, policy, and the future of healthcare. If you’re a nurse, healthcare professional, student, or someone passionate about healthcare equity and professional recognition — this episode is for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to join the W.H.E.E.Z.E.R. community.

https://bhw.hrsa.gov/funding/apply-loan-repayment/nurse-corps

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In this episode of Rts Share Tea podcast, we break down how stress triggers asthma symptoms and why flare-ups often show up during high-pressure moments like work stress, caregiving, financial strain, or emotional overwhelm.

As a Respiratory Therapist and Asthma Education Specialist, I explain the stress–asthma connection in simple terms, including why stress can tighten airways, change breathing patterns, and make asthma harder to control—especially for those with non-allergic. You’ll also walk away with practical, asthma-safe stress management tools you can actually use—while keeping one thing very clear: stress management supports asthma control, but it does not replace medications or your asthma action plan.

Topics covered:

-How stress impacts the lungs and airways

-Why stress is a real asthma trigger (not “all in your head”)

-Everyday stressors that can worsen asthma symptoms

-Safe, supportive stress-management strategies for people with asthma

-How to talk to your healthcare team about stress and asthma control

If you or someone you love notices asthma flares during stressful times, this episode is for you.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this reminder that better breathing includes caring for your whole self.

#AsthmaEducation #AsthmaAwareness #LivingWithAsthma

#AsthmaControl #AsthmaSupport