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35 years later asthma deaths halved but experts say asthma deaths are preventable
Asthma related deaths have disappointingly returned to pre-pandemic levels according to new ABS data released today.
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Another challenging grass pollen season ahead for Victorians
Victoria is gearing up for another challenging grass pollen season.
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Update to popular asthma medications wall chart for health professionals
The Asthma and COPD Medications Chart is an essential guide to the main types of asthma and COPD medications in Australia.
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National Asthma Council Australia cautions vigilance for asthma medication added to 60-day dispensing list
The NAC supports cheaper medicines for consumers but vigilance is needed around medication expiry and wastage.
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Supplementary labels for asthma inhalers to remove confusion
The National Asthma Council in collaboration with PSA, has developed supplementary labels for inhalers.
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It’s not too late to fight winter flu – especially if you have asthma
The winter flu season has yet to peak Australians with asthma & allergies are encouraged to be up to date with vaccinations
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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.