Asthma in deep water

Article by Dr David Batt,
GP Asthma Group, National Asthma Council Australia

Should a history of asthma always be a contraindication for diving?

Diving using scuba (self-contained underwater breathing apparatus) began in the 1950s and has since become a popular activity in coastal Australia. In this article, we’ll look at whether people affected by asthma can participate in scuba diving.

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