National Asthma Council Australia

Understanding what triggers your asthma

Understanding what triggers your asthma


Why is it important to understand your asthma triggers? A key factor in reducing asthma symptoms is avoiding what triggers your asthma in the first place.

The National Asthma Council Australia’s Sensitive Choice Program Manager, Adele Taylor, explains the most common asthma and allergy triggers. Knowing your triggers and understanding how to avoid or minimise them is a key factor in avoiding asthma symptoms.

Learn more about common allergens and triggers for asthma and allergies. Find out more about living with asthma.