California Resources

California Department of Public Health
CDPH houses several asthma programs, working toward implementing community, clinical, and workplace interventions and providing ongoing research.

 Los Angeles Unified School District- Tools for Effective Asthma Management
LAUSD tools can be adapted for other schools and districts.

Kickin' Asthma-
A resource from the American Lung Association of California for middle and high school students.

Chronic Obstructive Pulomary Disease (COPD)

California COPD Strategic Plan
The American Lung Association of California has led the creation of the state's first strategic plan for COPD.  The strategic plan is a comprehensive blueprint for preventing further cases of COPD, improving the quality of life for those with COPD, and enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of COPD.

Other States and National

Winning with Asthma
Minnesota has created an excellent resource for coaches who coach kids with asthma.

Asthma Community Network
The US EPA has established a national network of asthma programs.  Register your program or vist other programs across the nation.

Tools for Schools
The EPA indoor air quality program for schools.

CDC National Asthma Control Progam
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention conducts ongoing asthma surveillance and funds asthma initiatives throughout the country.

Open Airways for Schools
The American Lung Association's asthma education program for elementary school aged children

Fight Asthma Now
Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago resourses for children and teens.