Asthma Society of Canada releases "Allergy Today Widget"

Toronto, Ontario - May 4, 2010: The AsthmaToday Widget, a new, interactive virtual tool downloadable at no charge from the Asthma Society of Canada‟s website, will help people stay up-to-date on issues surrounding asthma and associated allergies and make informed decisions about their daily activities. The software is easy to download, easy to access and even easier to use.

The AsthmaToday Widget gives instant access from a computer or laptop, to the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI), available for a number of Canadian cities, local weather forecast and relative humidity, as well as important updates from the Society on new programs, educational materials, research and advocacy initiatives.