Asthma Exacerbation Risk and School Asthma Readiness.
PediatricsSep 1, 2026
Chén C Kenyon, DanaRose Negro, Jaime Fluehr et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated school asthma readiness and its association with asthma exacerbations in a cohort of 202 children aged 5 to 13 years, predominantly Black and non-Hispanic. The study found that higher school asthma readiness was significantly associated with a greater number of asthma exacerbations in the previous year, with an odds ratio of 1.31 (95% CI, 1.02-1.7; P = .037).
Key findings
- 79% of schools were aware of the child's asthma diagnosis.
- Only 31% of schools had reliever medications available.
- Asthma exacerbations were associated with higher school asthma readiness (OR, 1.31; P = .037).
- 73% of participants had an emergency department visit for asthma in the prior year.
Why it matters
Understanding the relationship between school asthma readiness and exacerbation risk is crucial for improving asthma management in children. Enhanced school preparedness may lead to better health outcomes and reduced emergency visits.