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What is Asthma?
- Asthma Facts
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Asthma is a treatable health condition that affects the airways, the small tubes which carry air in and out of the lungs.
Managing Asthma
With good management and education about this condition, people with asthma can lead normal, active lives.
About Us
We’re a not-for-profit organisation working to improve health outcomes and quality of life for people with asthma.
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We provide a wide range of education and resources for health professionals managing asthma.
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What is an asthma attack?

An asthma attack is when asthma symptoms start up or get worse compared to usual, enough to cause the person distress.
The symptoms won't go away by themselves and need treatment.

Not Sure if it’s Asthma?

CALL AMBULANCE IMMEDIATELY (DIAL 000)
If a person stays conscious and their main problem seems to be breathing,
follow the asthma first aid steps. Asthma reliever medicine is unlikely to
harm them even if they do not have asthma.

Severe Allergic Reactions

CALL AMBULANCE IMMEDIATELY (DIAL 000)
Follow the person’s Action Plan for Anaphylaxis if available. If the person has known severe allergies and seems to be having a severe allergic reaction, use their adrenaline autoinjector (e.g. EpiPen, Anapen) before giving asthma reliever medicine.