
Module 1: Asthma Diagnosis and Interrelationships Between Asthma and Pregnancy
Asthma impacts up to 13% of pregnancies globally and is a significant public health issue. There are challenges to diagnosing asthma during pregnancy and the course can be variable. There is a known association between asthma and mental health concerns. Asthma increases risk for depression which further leads to poor asthma control, increased exacerbations and quality of life. However, this link needs to be further examined in pregnant people with asthma. This module will highlight key pearls in the diagnosis of asthma in pregnancy, provide tools available for diagnosis, identify specific risk factors for morbidity and mortality related to asthma in pregnancy and discuss the disparities in perinatal mental health care and its possible impact on asthma.

Target Audience
- Allergist/immunologists
- Fellows-in-Training
- Medical Students or Residents
- Nurses and Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants and other Allied Health Professionals
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the prevalence and course of asthma during pregnancy
- Learn how to diagnose asthma during pregnancy and common mimickers
- Understand the tools available for diagnosing asthma during pregnancy
- Identify risk factors for asthma exacerbations during pregnancy
- Describe the effect of mental health on asthma during pregnancy
- Recognize the disparities in perinatal mental health
See the Breathe 4 Baby home page for faculty and credential information.
Accreditation Statement
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Questions
Activity-related questions should be directed to [email protected].
Available Credit
- 1.50 AttendanceAttendance credit.
- 1.50 CECE credit.
- 1.50 CMECME credit.

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