Few things are worse than feeling like you can’t breathe. Whether it’s the flu that’s clogging your chest or a chronic condition like asthma or COPD, it’s a discomfiting and sometimes even frightening feeling. For children dealing with pediatric asthma, it can be even more unsettling.  The past few weeks in Stark County, Ohio and surrounding areas, the high temperatures and even higher humidity have been challenging for those living with these illnesses. The good news? Strides are being made through clinical trials and research studies to defeat these conditions, and breakthroughs are on the horizon right here in Northeast Ohio. At Allergy Respiratory & Sleep Medicine in Canton, Ohio, under the guidance of Dr. John T. Given, the hard work of the research staff is paying off. The bad news? Well, it’s not actually “bad,” but these brilliant professionals cannot do everything on their own: they need your help! Continue reading →