A personalized asthma and allergy action plan is a written, step-by-step guide that tells you exactly how to manage symptoms and what to do in different situations. It is customized to your specific triggers, symptoms, medications, and lifestyle. These plans help children and adults manage asthma or severe allergies with confidence and clarity, rather than uncertainty.

How It Works / What to Expect?

Action plans are created through a collaborative process between you and your allergist.

• Review of triggers, symptoms, and past reactions
• Assessment of current medications and response to treatment
• Lung function testing when appropriate for asthma
• Clear written instructions you can follow at home, school, work, or during activities

Plans are explained in detail so you understand exactly how and when to act.

Types of Plans

Most plans use a simple Green Yellow Red format:

• Green Zone: Daily control, routine medications, and prevention steps
• Yellow Zone: Early warning signs and instructions for quick-relief medications
• Red Zone: Emergency symptoms and immediate actions, including when to use rescue inhalers or epinephrine and when to call 911

Plans are further customized for:

• Children and school or daycare settings
• Athletes and exercise-related symptoms
• Patients with food, drug, or insect allergies

Who Should Consider This Service?

Personalized action plans are recommended for:

• Anyone diagnosed with asthma (mild, moderate, or severe)
• Individuals with food, medication, or insect allergies that may cause anaphylaxis
• Patients with changing or worsening symptoms
• Children who need clear instructions for teachers, coaches, and caregivers
• Anyone using a rescue inhaler more than twice a week