Understanding Asthma
Learn more about asthma, triggers, symptoms, and management from the National Institutes of Health.
Visit NIH Asthma Resources
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Respiratory Health Resources
Explore trusted asthma and COPD information, clinical guidance, community support, medication access resources, and GACO programs.
For Patients and Caregivers
Learn About Asthma & COPD
Understanding COPD
Find information about COPD, prevention, symptoms, diagnosis, and management from the National Institutes of Health.
Visit NIH COPD ResourcesUsing an Inhaler Correctly
Access CDC videos and educational materials, including English and Spanish resources, on asthma self-care and inhaler use.
CDC Self-Care for AsthmaUsing a Peak Flow Meter
Learn how to use a peak flow meter to help monitor asthma and changes in breathing.
American Lung Association GuideEmergency Action Plans
Action plans are vital in the management of asthma and COPD. Download a plan and review it with your physician or healthcare provider to support day-to-day disease management.
Professional Resources
For Healthcare Providers and Students
GINA Asthma Guidelines
Access the Global Initiative for Asthma clinical strategy and guideline resources.
View GINA GuidelinesGOLD COPD Guidelines
Access the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease report and clinical resources.
View GOLD Report
Connect With GACO
Community and Support
Find a Clinic or Support Group
GACO is developing additional tools to help people identify clinics and community support resources.
Coming SoonVolunteer or Get Involved
Join or support GACO's mission by completing our volunteer and supporter interest form.
Complete the Form Advocacy tools: Coming soon.
Removing Barriers
Access to Medications
Inhaler Cost Assistance
As funding becomes available, GACO hopes to sponsor part or all of the cost of inhalers for people with asthma or COPD who are facing financial difficulties and are unable to pay for them.
Patients & Caregivers
The GACO inhaler sponsorship application is not yet available. Please check back for updates.
Coming SoonHealthcare Providers
The provider verification form for the inhaler sponsorship program is not yet available. Please check back for updates.
Coming Soon
Inhaler Sponsorship Request Form
Downloadable PDF — coming soon
Whole-Person Support
Spiritual and Emotional Support
Mental Health Resources
Learn about mental health and chronic respiratory disease, and access online communities and support resources through the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
View Mental Health ResourcesSubmit a Prayer Request
Visit the GACO Contact page to submit a prayer request.
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Helpful Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Inhaler Sponsorship Program FAQ
PDF resource — coming soon
GACO Mission FAQ
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