Allergic rhinitis and asthma |
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Allergic rhinitis and the patient with Asthma: A guide for health professionals
The brochure and information paper are intended to provide information on the clinical interrelationship between asthma and allergic rhinitis for consumers, GPs, asthma educators, practice nurses and pharmacists. |
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Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis
A dynamic and informative education program on Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis has been developed by the National Asthma Council Australia with the Rural Health Education Foundation. The program is available to view online or by podcast.
Patient brochure
Allergic rhinitis and your asthma: What you should know
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Combination Therapy: Its Role in Asthma |
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Combination Therapy: Its Role in Asthma
Experience with long-acting beta agonists (LABAs, or ‘symptom controllers’) over the last 10 years indicates that these drugs are potent and effective bronchodilators, capable of improving asthma control in those with moderate to severe disease
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Inhaled Corticosteroids: A Practical Perspective |
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Inhaled Corticosteroids: A Practical Perspective
The key goal of asthma management with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) is to achieve optimal asthma control with the lowest effective dose. Regular review is important to enable proper assessment and maintenance of asthma control.
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Inhaler technique in adults with asthma or COPD |
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Inhaler technique in adults with asthma or COPD
Incorrect technique when taking inhaled medications frequently prevents patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) from receiving the maximal benefit from their medications .
For patients: Using your inhaler
Film clips demonstrating the main types of inhalers prescribed in Australia have been made to show how to use asthma or COPD inhalers properly.
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Leukotriene receptor antagonists |
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Leukotriene receptor antagonists: their therapeutic role in children with asthma
This information paper outlines the current position of leukotriene receptor antagonists (LTRAs) in the treatment of children with asthma. |
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Long Acting Beta2 Agonists - Their Place in Asthma Management |
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Long Acting Beta2 Agonists - Their Place in Asthma Management
This brochure has been written for practising clinicians to assist in appreciating the role of long-acting beta2 agonists.
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Vaccine Information |
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Current Australian immunisation guidelines
National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).
The Australian Immunisation Handbook. 9th edn. Canberra: NHMRC, 2008. Available at www.health.gov.au/internet/immunise/publishing.nsf/Content/Handbook-influenza [Accessed April 2009].
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Note: The following publications are no longer current and have been withdrawn.
Information paper: Roles of influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations in subgroups with asthma, COPD, diabetes or heart disease.
Patient brochure: Vaccine update for people with asthma, COPD, heart disease or diabetes
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Content Updated 12 August, 2009
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Last Updated ( Monday, 28 September 2009 )
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