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30 years of leading the attack against asthma
Over the past 30 years the National Asthma Council has firmly established its role as the nation's trusted asthma authority.
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Record pollen, fires, wind, and storms a dangerous mix for asthma
Patients may be at risk of serious asthma and hay fever episodes due to strong winds, bushfires and a high pollen alert
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A new chapter for the National Asthma Council
Noticed some changes on our website? Healthcare isn’t static, and neither is the National Asthma Council.
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Latest data shows drop in asthma deaths, but Asthma Council warns against complacency
There were 389 asthma-related deaths last year. Fewer people lost their lives than in 2017, but the death toll remains high.
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Asthma Council welcomes drop in asthma deaths but warns against complacency
New ABS data shows a significant decrease in asthma-related deaths in Australia in 2018.
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Asthma Council deliberating on mild asthma recommendations
NAC is working closely with leading asthma experts to update its Australian Asthma Handbook.
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Spring into action for good asthma care
NAC is calling on healthcare professionals to mark National Asthma Week by preparing people with asthma for pollen season.
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Spring into action during asthma and hay fever season
It's National Asthma Week. Are your asthma and hay fever under control?
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New treatment planner helping manage allergic rhinitis
New tool to help primary health care professionals develop treatment plans for people with asthma and allergic rhinitis
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Asthma Council welcomes a fresh approach to mild asthma
NAC has welcomed the TGA registration of budesonide/formoterol as reliever therapy for adults with mild asthma