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Greener inhaler choices - better for patients and the planet
New information to help health professionals make choices that could reduce asthma symptoms and help the environment.
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On World Asthma Day it’s time to check your inhaler technique
The NAC has released two new how-to videos demonstrating correct technique for using inhalers and spacers.
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2024 Asthma and Airways Career Development Fellowship
A/Prof Rachel Peters has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Asthma and Airways Career Development Fellowship.
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New resource to help asthma patients gain a good night’s sleep
A new health professional resource on treating patients who present with poor asthma control and sleep disturbances.
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Kids still battling winter viruses before start to school year
It is critical for parents of children with asthma to schedule a check up with their GP before they start back at school.
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New Board Director at National Asthma Council Australia
The NAC has announced the appointment of a new Director to its board, Professor Sheryl van Nunen, OAM FRSN.
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Don’t let Christmas tree syndrome ruin your festivities
Christmas tree syndrome is an allergic reaction to real or artificial trees that can potentially cause serious asthma attacks
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Asthma deaths on the rise again, but could be avoided
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data released today by the NAC show that asthma deaths increased by 30% in one year.
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Plan ahead to keep safe from thunderstorm asthma
A joint media release by the Department of Health, National Asthma Council, Bureau of Meteorology and Melbourne Pollen.
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Asthma preventers key to minimising preventable death
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease and not just an intermittent problem.