RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — As part of Asthma Peak Week, the Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) are encouraging anyone with asthma-like symptoms to meet with a healthcare provider.
These symptoms include chest tightness or pain, wheezing when exhaling, trouble sleeping caused by shortness of breath, coughing and wheezing, according to a release issued on Monday, Sept. 22.
RHHD explained that people with asthma and allergies are exposed to several triggers in September, including ragweed — the most common fall pollen allergy — mold, and respiratory infections spreading as children return to school…