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Understanding asthma
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Ten years since catastrophic thunderstorm asthma event

Media release

Ten years since catastrophic thunderstorm asthma event

This year marks 10 years since the world's largest and most catastrophic epidemic thunderstorm asthma event in Melbourne on 21 November 2016.

29/9/2026

NAC Sensitive Choice® program celebrates 20 years

Media release · Sensitive Choice

NAC Sensitive Choice® program celebrates 20 years

The National Asthma Council Australia’s (NAC) Sensitive Choice® program is celebrating 20 years of helping Australians identify products and services that may help them live better with asthma and allergies.

10/9/2026

Help patients treat inflammation not just asthma symptoms

Campaign · Media release

Help patients treat inflammation not just asthma symptoms

National Asthma Week is the perfect time to educate patients to focus on treating inflammation, not just asthma symptoms.

26/8/2026

Salbutamol nebules shortage update for health professionals

Media release

Salbutamol nebules shortage update for health professionals

The National Asthma Council Australia has released an update regarding the current salbutamol 2.5mg nebule shortage.

28/7/2026

Media release

Tezepelumab is now available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)

Tezepelumab (Tezspire®), a treatment option for eligible patients with severe asthma, is now more affordable.

1/7/2026

Two new key resources for asthma management released

Australian Asthma Handbook · Media release · New resource

Two new key resources for asthma management released

Updated Quick reference guide and Inhaler technique for people with asthma or COPD information paper.

17/6/2026

Asthma triggers and how to avoid them this winter

Media release · Sensitive Choice

Asthma triggers and how to avoid them this winter

The start of icy winter blasts and heavy rainfall can also lead to dangerous asthma triggers.

27/5/2026

World Asthma Day a good reminder for the annual flu vaccination

Campaign · Media release

World Asthma Day a good reminder for the annual flu vaccination

World Asthma Day on 5 May is an initiative of the Global Initiative for Asthma.

5/5/2026

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