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Asthma / Respiratory Conditions

AirNow.gov Air Quality Resource

This website is a one-stop source for air quality data from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Enter your zip code to see if the air is healthy or unhealthy for you, using the official color-coded Air Quality Index (AQI). The website also has interactive maps, wildfire and smoke information, resources on asthma and heart disease, and resources for health professionals. The website is also available en Español.
airnow.gov/?city=Columbus&state=OH&country=USA

Allergy & Asthma Network

Provides practical, easy-to-understand information from medical experts on asthma, allergies, food allergies, anaphylaxis, and eczema. Find helpful information for families on topics including managing symptoms and avoiding triggers, patient assistance programs for medication costs, managing asthma at school, and allergies in pregnancy. They also have helpful tools for professionals on research, treatment options, health equity, and more.
(800) 878-4403
allergyasthmanetwork.org

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Healthy Children

This website is a great source of verified health information for parents on a wide range of health topics, such as healthy living, family life, immunizations, child development, and medical conditions. They offer articles with topics including safety, disaster preparedness, fitness, school issues, dating, substance abuse, emotional wellness, psychiatric medications, grief and more. You can also use the website to find a pediatrician in your zip code. The website is produced by the American Academy of Pediatrics and all articles are written by pediatricians.
HealthyChildren.org

Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)

The website has reliable information on facts, symptoms, treatment, and medical recommendations for asthma and allergies. They host educational webinars for parents, online support communities, and Ask the Allergist knowledge base where anyone can get general questions answered by a medical professional. They also have tools for healthcare professionals, research and reports, and advocacy resources. They also operate Kids with Food Allergies.
aafa.org

Breathing Association

Offers free resources and programs to help Central Ohioians breathe better. The Lung Health Clinic offers free services regardless of income or health insurance. Clinic services include treatment for asthma, COPD and emphysema, diagnostic tests, and immunizations. They offer smoking and vaping cessation programs including nicotine replacement medications, Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialists, and classes for adults or teens. They help income-eligible families sign up for Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) to reduce utility bills. This program includes the Winter Crisis Program (Nov.-March), Summer Crisis Program (July-Sept.), and Percentage of Income Payment Program (PIPP Plus).
741 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43205
Main Office: (614) 457-4570
HEAP Outreach: (614) 566-0750
Mobile Medical Unit Schedule: breathingassociation.org/lung-health-clinic/mobile-medical-unit
Main Website: breathingassociation.org

Do It For the Love – Music Wish Grants

Supports music therapy, research, and provides live music experiences. They provide Wish Grants for people with life-threatening illnesses or children with severe challenges (such as disabilities or trauma). Family members, close friends/colleagues, or medical professionals can nominate someone for a Wish Grant. Nominations must include diagnosis confirmation. Visit the website to apply for a Wish Grant or contact the organization.
DoItForTheLove.org

Health Information Websites

The websites below offer helpful health information from reputable sources on topics such as healthy lifestyle, diseases, prevention, and treatment.

  • CDC: Find an A-Z library on health conditions, vaccines, current disease outbreaks, and prevention.
  • Healthy Children: Information on kids health and development, parenting, and more from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
  • KidsHealth and TeensHealth: Tons of important health information throughout the lifespan from Nemours.
  • Mayo Clinic: Find symptoms, treatments, and when to see a doctor for various health conditions. They also have information on clinical trials and resources for professionals.
  • MedlinePlus: Look up drugs, supplements, medical tests, and health conditions from the National Library of Medicine.
  • Nemours: Offers information on a wide range of topics from health experts for kids, teens, and parents.
  • Oncolink: Information about various types of cancer, treatments, and support from cancer experts.
  • Safe Kids Worldwide: Find safety information and toolkits on a wide range of topics including water safety, car seats, safe infant sleep, medication safety, and more. They also publish a list of recent product recalls, parent guides to safety, and safety laws for professionals.

MORPC (Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission)

MORPC is responsible for the Central Ohio region’s transportation planning process. Visit the website to find information on current policy updates, find a community forum, and information for bicycle commuters. The commission offers consulting services for local communities to navigate zoning codes and long-term development activities. They also offer free home weatherization services for income-eligible households to make efficiency improvements such as replacing a furnace, insulation, home energy inspection, and appliance safety checks. Use the link below to sign up for Air Quality alerts by email or text to stay informed when pollution levels are high.
111 Liberty Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Main Office: (614) 228-2663
Home Repair & Energy Efficiency Services: (614) 621-1171
Main Website: morpc.org
Sign Up for Air Quality Alerts: mailchi.mp/1d5b539be321/air_alerts
Columbus Metro Bike User Map: public-morpc.hub.arcgis.com/apps/38c3354989eb436184e41803fcabda7d/explore

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Allergy & Immunology Clinic

Offers diagnosis and treatment of allergic diseases for patients ages 0-21. The clinic’s expansive range of services includes allergy consultations, allergy shots, comprehensive asthma management plans, skin testing, and more. The website provides informational videos and resources on asthma and allergies.

  • Allergy & Immunology Clinic
    NCH Outpatient Care Center
    555 South Eighteenth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
  • Hilliard Allergy Clinic
    Hilliard Close To Home Center
    4363 All Seasons Drive, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
  • Lewis Center Food Allergy Clinic
    Lewis Center Close to Home Center
    7853 Pacer Drive, Delaware, Ohio 43015
  • Westerville Allergy Clinic
    Westerville Surgery Center
    455 Executive Campus Drive, Westerville, Ohio 43082
  • Early Peanut Intervention Clinic (for infants at high risk of peanut allergy)
    Outpatient Care Center
    555 South Eighteenth Street, Columbus, Ohio 43205
    (614) 722-5112

To Schedule an Appointment: (614) 722-6200
Allergy Clinics: (614) 722-5500
Main Website: nationwidechildrens.org/allergy-immunology
Click for Allergy & Asthma Educational Resources
Click for Asthma Program Educational Booklet & Resources

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Asthma Express

Home-visiting program designed to assist patients and caregivers in understanding and managing asthma. Nurses come to your home and perform a physical assessment, determine environmental triggers, review medications and provide education. Staff are on call 24/7 to answer questions from enrolled patients and families. Services are available in Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Hancock, Hocking, Knox, Licking, Lucas, Madison, Muskingum, Perry, Pickaway, Ross, Union, and Wood counties. The program is covered by most payor plans, including Medicaid. A referral from a healthcare provider is required. Providers can call the number below to place a referral.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 355-1100
nationwidechildrens.org/specialties/homecare/asthma-express-program

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Health Information & Helping Hands

Offers educational materials for parents and caregivers from pediatric experts. Helping Hands are easy-to-read articles on topics including health conditions, caring for medical equipment at home, behavior support, medical tests, and caring for newborns. Visit the Conditions We Treat page for even more information on health conditions A-Z and how to get treatment.
Helping Hands: NationwideChildrens.org/Helping-Hands
Conditions We Treat: NationwideChildrens.org/Conditions

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Homecare

Provides a full range of homecare services to Central Ohio children of all ages, from newborns through young adults. Homecare offers the following areas of service:

  • Infusion Pharmacy
  • Pediatric Home Medical Equipment (includes aerosol equipment, wheelchairs and ambulatory supplies, blood pressure kits, apnea monitors, breast pumps, wound care, and more.)
  • Intermittent (Short-Term) Nursing and Private Duty (Long-Term) Nursing
  • Skilled Therapy Services (occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy)
  • Hospice and Home-Based Palliative Care services for children with life-limiting illnesses

255 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 355-1100
NationwideChildrens.org/Homecare

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) Pulmonary, Sleep Medicine and Cystic Fibrosis

Pulmonary specialists diagnose, treat, and research a wide range of respiratory disorders, including asthma, cystic fibrosis, lung disease, and lung transplant. The Sleep Disorders Center diagnosis and treats infants, children, and adolescents with sleep problems. Visit the website to find programs and clinic locations, and helpful information from medical experts.
700 Children’s Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43205
Pulmonary Medicine: (614) 722-4766
New Patient Scheduling: (614) 722-6200
nationwidechildrens.org/pulmonary-medicine

Nationwide Children’s Hospital (NCH) School-Based Health Services

Provides additional access to healthcare at your child’s school. The services provided are not meant to replace your pediatrician or family doctor. Programs include: Primary Care for ages 0-21, vaccination clinics, School-Based Asthma Therapy (SBAT), Wheelchair Clinic, Vision, Dental, Diabetes and School Health (DASH), and Mental Health counseling. They accept most private insurances, Medicaid, and financial assistance program for qualifying families. No child is turned away for inability to pay for services. Visit the website for a list of participating school locations and additional contact information.
(614) 355-2590
nationwidechildrens.org/care-connection

Oracle Health Foundation Pediatric Grants

Provides financial grants to help cover costs related to children’s healthcare needs. Grants are provided for clinical costs, equipment costs, displacement, or vehicle modification. Examples of expenses covered include lodging and transportation related to a child’s care, clinical procedures, medicine, care devices/medical equipment, and assistive equipment. The grant recipient must be 21 years of age or younger, be under the care of a physician, and have no existing insurance coverage for the requested expenses. Families may request funds once per 12 months, with a maximum of three times in a child’s lifetime. Visit the website to complete an application.
OracleHealthFoundation.org/Pediatric-Grants

Ronald McDonald House Resource Link (Formerly Red Treehouse)

Online resource directory supporting families and children with life challenges, disabilities, and healthcare needs from prenatal to age 25. The website helps families find resources such as special education, legal support, financial support for rare diseases, and more. Users can search for resources by need or medical condition.
RonaldMcDonaldHouseResourceLink.org

Sesame Street in the Communities

Provides fun and educational resources for families from the child educators behind the Sesame Street show. Topics range from ABCs & 123s to tough topics that affect children’s lives; including health and wellness, social-emotional skills, trauma, race, grief, and more. They offer free videos, games, and worksheets for children to explore; and resources for parents and educators.

Sesame Workshop Resources for Families Website: sesameworkshop.org/resources
Kids’ Website: sesamestreet.org/home

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