The latest evidence-based information on the
problems associated with asthma, including
allergies, pain relief, diet in early childhood and
many other issues is now available for health
professionals and people with asthma.
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.
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.
This information paper highlights the prevalence and clinical
consequences of incorrect inhaler technique in adults with asthma
and COPD, and outlines how poor technique can be improved.
Using your inhaler properly is important. This series of videos
for patients and health professionals demonstrates the correct way
to use six common asthma and COPD inhalers.
This information paper outlines the current
position of leukotriene receptor antagonists (LTRAs) in the
treatment of children with asthma.
Vaccine Update
Produced by the National Asthma Council in
collaboration with the National Heart Foundation,
Diabetes Australia, state Asthma Foundations and the
Australian Lung Foundation, this comprehensive set
of information materials for health professionals
and consumers clearly explains the role of influenza
and pneumococcal vaccinations for people with
asthma, COPD, heart disease and diabetes.
Should YOU have the influenza and pneumococcal
vaccines? If you have asthma, chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease or diabetes,
you may have a higher risk of developing
complications from viruses and infections. COPD
includes conditions like chronic bronchitis and
emphysema.
Vaccination of persons at risk of complications from
influenza and pneumococcal disease is a key public
health strategy for preventing associated morbidity
and mortality.
