Environmental triggers play a significant role in the management of asthma. They are often overlooked or unnoticed in homes by even the most diligent patients, parents and caregivers. Using a checklist developed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), a thorough review of a home’s indoor environment can detect hidden triggers and enhance asthma knowledge of patients, parents and caregivers.

• Asthma Home Environment Checklist (developed by the Environmental Protection Agency)