Free Asthma and Allergy Screenings in Chicago Ridge

Unseasonably warm weather is making this early spring season difficult for millions of Americans who suffer from asthma and allergies.  To help adults and children who are experiencing syptoms find out if they are at risk, Chicago Ridge-area allergists will conduct free asthma and nasal allergy screenings as a part of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology's (ACAAI) 16th annual Nationwide Asthma Screening Program.

Screenings will take place at:

-May 7, 10 a.m. to noon, Chicago Ridge Mall, Health Education Center, 831 Chicago Ridge Drive, Chicago Ridge

The campaign will screen for conditions, including:

-Breathing difficulties that might be asthma

-Nasal allergies, often called hay fever or allergic rhinitis

-Exercise-induced brochoconstriction (EIB), breathing problems that occur during or after exercise

For those already diagnosed with any of the conditions, the screening provides the chance to ensure their condition is under control.

For a list of additional screening locations or to take an online Asthma and Allergy Symptom Test, visit www.acaai.org/nasp.