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Breathe Easier with Stellar Rx

Our Asthma Management program provides immediate, point of care access to life-saving medications, improves adherence, and reduces emergency visits.

Infographic showing asthma statistics: 262 million affected worldwide, 455,000 deaths, and most common chronic disease among children

Asthma by the Numbers

28M+

Americans With Asthma

Over 28 million people in the U.S. have asthma about 1 in 12 people.

23M+

Adults Ages 18+

Over 23 million U.S. adults ages 18 and older currently have asthma.

1 in 12

People Affected

Asthma rates are highest among Black adults in the U.S.

Source: Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)

Healthcare Utilization

4.9M

Doctor's Office Visits

Asthma accounted for 4.9 million doctors' office visits in 2019.

986K+

ER Visits

Asthma accounted for 986,453 emergency department visits in 2020.

94,560

Hospital Discharges

Asthma accounted for 94,560 discharges from hospital inpatient care in 2020.

Economic Impact

From 2008–2013, the annual economic cost of asthma exceeded $81.9 billion.

$50.3B

Medical Costs

Direct medical costs including hospitalizations, doctor visits, and medications.

$29B

Asthma-Related Mortality

Economic losses due to premature death from asthma.

$3B

Missed Work & School

Losses due to missed work and school days attributed to asthma.

Source: AAFA / American Lung Association

Program Benefits

  • Immediate, point of care medication access.
  • Higher controller refill rates and improved adherence.
  • Reduced emergency department visits and hospitalizations.

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