In communities across the country, diverse groups are joining forces to develop innovative approaches to manage asthma among children and adolescents. Members of such coalitions may include:
- schools
- parents and caregivers of children with asthma
- medical providers
- public health and environmental agencies
- housing professionals
- community organizations
- local officials
- grassroots advocacy groups
Coalitions and partnerships hold great promise because they:
- bring together diverse groups in a community to address issues of mutual interest
- widen spheres of influence
- facilitate creativity and innovation in programs and services
- pool resources to address issues system-wide
If these coalitions are successful in improving asthma management, this approach can be replicated and potentially serve as a model for other conditions.
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