• Bring your child to the doctor at the first sign of infection

• Get a flu shot once a year

• Practice good hand hygiene habits

• Avoid contact with infected people when possible

• Avoid places with smoke

• Stay away from people who are smoking

• Avoid exposure to vehicle exhaust

• Avoid exercising outdoors or participating in outdoor activities when air pollution is high

• During certain season, stay indoors if your child is allergic to pollen

• Use air conditioning when possible and keep windows closed

• Avoid cutting grass, digging around plants, or participating in field activities

• Once you return home, change clothes and shower to wash off any pollen

Hot weather

• Don't leave inhalers under direct sunlight

• Avoid exercising outdoors during the hottest part of the day (11am - 3pm)

Thunderstorm and winter

• Keep warm and dry

• Cover mouth and nose with a scarf to help warm inspired air if the temperature is low

• Bring your child to the doctor at first sign of a cold or flu, or if the asthma symptoms worsen