Breathe


BREATHE – Asthma

Over 15 million Americans, including 5 million children, have asthma according to National Institutes of Health: Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. BREATHE is an educational program that helps members with asthma understand and control their symptoms.

Your Nurse Case Manager can work together with you and your doctor to help you with:

  • Learning what you can do to prevent asthma exacerbations (worsening of your asthma)
  • Identifying your triggers (things that make your symptoms worse)
  • Taking steps to reduce your exposure to triggers
  • Knowing what to discuss with your doctor
  • Understanding how to take your medications and why your doctor prescribed them
  • Knowing where to find emotional support
  • Obtaining educational materials and peak flow meters at no cost


BREATHE – COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)

If you have been diagnosed with emphysema, chronic bronchitis or COPD, the BREATHE – COPD Program is designed to help you understand your condition and feel better.

Your Nurse Case Manager can help you with:

  • Setting up a quit plan if you smoke
  • Learning what you can do to prevent respiratory infections
  • Identifying your triggers (things that make your symptoms worse)
  • Taking steps to reduce your exposure to triggers
  • Knowing what to discuss with your doctor
  • Knowing where to find emotional support
  • Understanding how to take your medications and why your doctor prescribed them
  • Learning more about breathing and relaxation techniques

To learn more about our BREATHE Programs please call one of our Health Management Program Representatives at 1-800-390-3522.