As of Oct. 3, 2026, MyChart is now your new online health record at Children’s Minnesota. Learn more and activate your account now.
As of Oct. 3, 2026, MyChart is now your new online health record at Children’s Minnesota. Learn more and activate your account now.
Peak flow meters help people with asthma know how well their lungs are working. A peak flow meter can tell if someone's airways have narrowed even before the person coughs, wheezes, or has trouble breathing.
To use the peak flow meter, a person blows into it and then checks the reading. It's portable, doesn't need to be plugged in, and you don't need a doctor or nurse to use it. Some people use a peak flow meter at home to see how well they're keeping their asthma under control.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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