Reducing Environmental Triggers of Asthma in the Home Resources
Welcome to the Resource section of Reducing Environmental Triggers of Asthma in the Home (RETA) training.
This webpage lists printable information and resources that are identified in the training modules by a symbol that pops up on the video screen. The main RETA training page provides two options, click on the Training button to start video modules, or click on the Resource button that lists current and available resources from state and national organizations.
Contact us
If you have any questions or seek additional help in locating resources for your Asthma Home-Based Services program work, please contact health.asthma@state.mn.us
Home Environment Assessment Checklists
- Checklist for Home Visitors
- Asthma Home Environment Checklist (PDF)
- Know Your Asthma Triggers (MDH)
- Clearing the Air: 10 Steps to Making Your Home Asthma-Friendly (Available in English and Spanish)
Asthma Home-Based Services (AHBS) Toolkit, Manual, and Client Curriculum
The Asthma Home-Based Services Toolkit and companion AHBS manual are a starting point for LPH agencies and other health-based organizations interested in developing a program to deliver asthma home-based services.
Environmental asthma triggers
- Asthma Basics (MDH)
- Know Your Asthma Triggers (MDH)
- Manage Environmental Asthma Triggers (EPA)
- Asthma Triggers Infographic (PDF) (English) and Infografías sobre los desencadenantes del asma (Spanish)
- Reduce Asthma Triggers (ALA)
Air quality (indoor)
- Healthier Home Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
- Fact sheets, checklists, and guides National Center for Healthy Housing
- The Principles of a Healthy Home (PDF) National Center for Healthy Housing
Air quality (outdoor)
- Air Quality Index Forecast (US) AirNow.gov
- Air Quality and Your Health AirNow.gov
- Minnesota Outdoor Air Quality Guidance for Schools and Child Care (MDH)
- Air Quality Tracking Data Portal (MDH)
- Air Quality Index Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
- Pollen Allergy Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
- Asthma and Allergy Forecast Allergy and Asthma Network
Cleaning and chemicals
- Safer Choice (EPA)
- Safer Cleaning Recipes (ALA)
- Alternative Recipes for common household products (Clean LA, Los Angeles County)
Commercial tobacco use
- Tobacco Prevention and Control (MDH)
- Get Help Quitting (MDH)
- Smoke-free housing (Live Smoke Free)
Dust mites and cockroaches
- Dust Mites (ALA)
- Allergy to Dust Mites Allergy & Asthma Network
Moisture and mold indoors
- Mold and Moisture Indoors Extension Services University of Minnesota
- Mold and Moisture (MDH)
- Weatherization Assistance Program Minnesota Commerce Department
Pests
- The Role of Pest Control in Effective Asthma Management: A Business Case Asthma Regional Council
- Pest Control and Pesticide Safety for Consumers (EPA)
- Pests and Asthma Resources Environmental Health Watch
Furry pets and other animals
- Pets & Other Animals Asthma Canada
- Pets and Asthma (EPA)
- “I have asthma, can I still have a dog?” Asthma.net
- Pet Allergy Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
Wood Smoke
- Learn about wood smoke (EPA/Burn Wise)
- Wood smoke in Minnesota (MPCA)
- Wood Smoke -Problems and Complaints in Minnesota (MPCA)
- Wood Smoke Activity Book PDF (EPA)
Allergy-Reducing Products
- Control indoor allergens to improve indoor air quality Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
- Asthma and allergy friendly certification program Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America
- Reducing allergens at home Cedars-Sinai
- Allergy-proof your home Mayo Clinic
- Hazardous Ozone-Generating Air Purifiers California Air Resources Board
- Ozone Generators that are Sold as Air Cleaners (EPA)
- Ozone Generators that are Sold as Air Cleaners: An Assessment of Effectiveness and Health Consequences (PDF) (EPA)
Air Duct Cleaning
- Should You Have the Air Ducts in Your Home Cleaned? (EPA)
- Homeowner's Guide to Air Duct Cleaning National Association of Duct Cleaners
Healthy Homes
- Asthma and the Home Environment (MDH)
- Healthy Homes Minnesota (MDH)
- Searchable resource library National Center for Healthy Housing
Mold Mitigation Clean-up
- Mold cleanup in your home (EPA)
- Field Guide for Clean-up of Flooded Homes- Creating A Healthy Home National Center for Healthy Housing
Vacuum Cleaners
- Vacuum Cleaner Buying Guide Consumer Reports for free independent evaluation
Ventilation
- Improving Ventilation in Your Home (CDC)
- Whole-House Ventilation US Department of Energy
Weatherization
Weatherization Assistance Program Minnesota Commerce Department Energy & Utilities