Association of the Asthma Control Test with peak flow measures in a population in Puerto Rico.

Objective: The Asthma Control Test (ACT) questionnaire has been widely used and validated in various ethnic groups, showing an adequate correlation with physician assessment of asthma control. We sought to evaluate the relationship between ACT-defined asthma control and peak flow measures in subjects living in Puerto Rico.

Methods: A retrospective evaluation of data collected by a mobile asthma clinic in 2 cities in Puerto Rico was conducted.

Allergen sensitivity (mites, insects, and pets) in a Puerto Rican population.

Objective: The people of Puerto Rico have one of the highest asthma prevalence and morbidity rates in the U.S.A.

Allergist role in asthma care in Puerto Rico.

Introduction: Puerto Ricans have one of the highest asthma prevalence and morbidity rates. However, limited information is available on asthma care and attitudes toward asthma treatment among Puerto Ricans living in the island.

Methods: We evaluated a cohort of subjects attending Ambulatory Health Screen Clinic in the two main cities in the north and south of the island during August of 2008.