Can I become a police officer if I have been diagnosed with exercise induce asthma?
February 5th, 2010 | by admin |
karen h asked:
I know that the military does not allow you to serve if you have been diagnosed wit any type of asthma. I have heard that the police force might be more lenient or they don’t view it as a disqualification. anybody have more info on the subject?
I know that the military does not allow you to serve if you have been diagnosed wit any type of asthma. I have heard that the police force might be more lenient or they don’t view it as a disqualification. anybody have more info on the subject?
3 Responses to “Can I become a police officer if I have been diagnosed with exercise induce asthma?”
By blubear on Feb 8, 2010 | Reply
It depends. You have to pass physical tests, and if you can do that, you’re probably fine, but if not, I’d consider a different career.
By usranger13 on Feb 11, 2010 | Reply
It depends on how bad it gets. To become a police officer there is always some sort of physical test.
By charmedpeponita3 on Feb 12, 2010 | Reply
Absolutely! You need to strengthen your lungs though and learn how to fight through an attack.
I have exercise induced asthma myself. During training I had a bad attack but was able to fight through it, finish what I was doing, and recover. Just keep running and do deep breathing exercises. This will help strengthen your lungs and condition you for the physical agility tests you will have to take. Just make sure you always carry your inhaler and inform your partners of the condition. Also, make sure, if you have a partner in your car with you (not all departments will have you working with someone) that they know where your inhaler is located.
Good luck!