Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that affects people of all ages. It is the most common chronic disease among children. On the rise and often underdiagnosed, asthma afflicts over 200 million people globally.
Asthma mini microbe (3.5") includes mini-tag and key chain clip.
Giantmicrobes are based on actual microbes, cells, organisms and other critters, only 1,000,000 times actual size! Gigantic (GG) 16-24" XL (XL) 10-15" Original (PD) 5-8" Keychain (KC) 2-4" with clip
Materials
Plush from all new materials.
Stuffed with polyester fiber fill.
Surface washable: sponge with water & soap, air dry.
Packaging
Each plush microbe includes a printed card with fun, educational and fascinating facts about the actual microbe or cell.
Safety
Every product meets or exceeds U.S. and European standards for safety.
For ages 3 and up.
All about Asthma Key Chain
FACTS: Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that affects people of all ages. It is the most common chronic disease among children. On the rise and often underdiagnosed, asthma afflicts over 200 million people globally. Asthma causes inflammation of the airways that carry oxygen in and out of the lungs. Airways become sensitive to allergens and other irritations, swelling and leading to asthma attacks. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing, chest tightening and shortness of breath. A severe attack may cause the airways to close so much that organs don’t get enough oxygen.
Different types of asthma are triggered by different factors. Allergic asthma is set off by pollen, mold, dust mites, animal dander or other allergens. Exercise-induced bronchoconstriction occurs when playing sports or exercising. Other types include adult-onset, occupational and non-allergic asthma. While there is no cure for asthma, symptoms can be controlled with medication and a management plan. Quick-relief medicines increase airflow and stop symptoms when they occur. Long-term controller medications are taken daily to prevent symptoms.
Asthma often starts during childhood. Those at highest risk are young kids who have respiratory infections, allergies, eczema or parents with asthma. Adults can develop asthma from contact with industrial chemicals or dusts. Scientists think there are both genetic and environmental factors involved in the onset of asthma, but the exact causes remain a mystery. The hygiene hypothesis is one fascinating area of research. The modern world’s emphasis on cleanliness and sanitation has reduced childhood infections, which is mostly a good thing. Yet this also means that kids have reduced environmental exposures, affecting the way their immune systems develop. This may lead to a disposition to develop allergies and a higher risk of asthma. Perhaps we should all spend more time playing in the dirt and interacting with microbes!
REVIEW HIGHLIGHTS
5.0 star rating
Great quality-- here is a toy sets off the imagination
I bought this for my grandson as he is obsessed with germs. He knows that I often have to stop life because of my asthma, and he explained to me that it has to be something else that is causing me problems "because asthma is so cute!" He started using it to speak in a funny voice to me.
This is a great product and it is well made. I will probably buy more of these...
Great quality-- here is a toy sets off the imagination
I bought this for my grandson as he is obsessed with germs. He knows that I often have to stop life because of my asthma, and he explained to me that it has to be something else that is causing me problems "because asthma is so cute!" He started using it to speak in a funny voice to me.
This is a great product and it is well made. I will probably buy more of these...
Great quality-- here is a toy sets off the imagination
Review by Kaycee D. on 9 Jan 2024review stating Great quality-- here is a toy sets off the imagination
I bought this for my grandson as he is obsessed with germs. He knows that I often have to stop life because of my asthma, and he explained to me that it has to be something else that is causing me problems "because asthma is so cute!" He started using it to speak in a funny voice to me.
This is a great product and it is well made. I will...Read MoreRead more about I bought this for my grandson as he is
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Comments by Store Owner on Review by Kaycee D. on 9 Jan 2024
GIANTmicrobes®
01/19/24
Hi Kaycee! This is great feedback, thank you so much for sharing. We're thrilled to hear that your new Asthma plush encourages your grandson's imagination and helps educate about Asthma and its impact.
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Gillian G.
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
09/11/22
A fantastic visual aid
Review by Gillian G. on 11 Sep 2022review stating A fantastic visual aid
Comments by Store Owner on Review by Gillian G. on 11 Sep 2022
GIANTmicrobes®
09/13/22
Thank you so much for sharing your review with us!
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Liliana H.
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
Use:Fun at home
Profession:Student
Self Identify:Cool
Age:<12
Why GIANTmicrobes:Educational, Humorous, Biological, Adorable, Fascinating, Fun and great for Learning, Wonderful in so many ways!
01/19/22
Use:Fun at home
Profession:Student
Self Identify:Cool
Age:<12
Why GIANTmicrobes:Educational, Humorous, Biological, Adorable, Fascinating, Fun and great for Learning, Wonderful in so many ways!
Asthma
Review by Liliana H. on 19 Jan 2022review stating Asthma
I had recently just purchased the asthma, it was brilliant! And I love how it has amazing facts that come with it, the quality is amazing as well! I am very glad that I bought this ,especially since I’ve got asthma myself.
Comments by Store Owner on Review by Karl A. on 3 Oct 2021
GIANTmicrobes®
10/04/21
Thank you for sharing your review with us!
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Emma Y.
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
Use:Fun at home
Profession:None of the above
Self Identify:Nature Lover
Age:30-39
Why GIANTmicrobes:Wonderful in so many ways!
09/14/21
Use:Fun at home
Profession:None of the above
Self Identify:Nature Lover
Age:30-39
Why GIANTmicrobes:Wonderful in so many ways!
Excellent collectibles.
Review by Emma Y. on 14 Sep 2021review stating Excellent collectibles.
Yet another addition to my daughters ever growing collection! These are great and being hidden away for Christmas. Still many more on her list so we will be back!
Comments by Store Owner on Review by Vicky G. on 8 Jul 2021
GIANTmicrobes®
07/09/21
Thank you for your review and feedback! Love to hear that our plush representations makes great educational tools for teachers.
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Kathy J.
Verified Buyer
4.0 star rating
09/13/20
Great for self learning about
Review by Kathy J. on 13 Sep 2020review stating Great for self learning about
Great for self learning about your own medical problems as I have asthma. The plush version makes it super cute and educational. The tag with in information was informative and continued with the information that my doctor provided.
Review by Tina M. on 25 Jul 2020review stating These are such fun and
These are such fun and educational. I have a grandson who is 7. He calls himself germ boy since he now has dozens. He went to a beach in Massachusetts with his germ towel and mask. A surfer dude came up to him and said how cool they were. He then told my grandson he would probably be an epidimiologist when he grew up. My 7 year old said he planned...Read MoreRead more about These are such fun and educational. I
on it. The surfer dude was blown away that a 7 year old knew what that was. Read LessRead less about These are such fun and educational. I
Review by Ellen S. on 13 Apr 2020review stating super cute and cuddly
My 6 year old with asthma received this in his Easter basket this year. Spring pollen is one of his triggers so this was well timed for him. He really loved it and insisted on sleeping with it the first night. It also pairs perfectly with the youtube video on asthma for kids by boostershotcomics if youre looking for a way to teach kids about their...Read MoreRead more about My 6 year old with asthma received
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Review by Melanie M. on 26 Feb 2020review stating Item is absolutely adorable and
Item is absolutely adorable and soft. I bought it for a friend going through a massive bout of asthma that she's getting treatment for and she loved it! Good quality construction, really cute and best of all she 'got the joke' laughed and it brightened her day. She's a biologist too so that helped.
