Asthma WA’s Clinical Nurse Specialist Kate Hipwell was on ABC radio this morning talking about “hay fever.” Did you know hay fever is actually a medical condition known as allergic rhinitis caused by allergy to…
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The recent incident involving AFL player Brady Hough, who was a late withdrawal for the West Coast Eagles before the AFL Western Derby match against the Fremantle Dockers, has shone a spotlight on the issue…
New data reveals concerning results that people with asthma are being left feeling unsupported in the workplace with a half (1 in 2) feeling their workplace does not view asthma as a valid reason to…
There are research projects taking place in WA right now, looking for participants like you. Asthma WA works closely with researchers from a variety of organisations, universities and hospitals to support the work they are…
Coughing can be one of the more obvious and annoying symptoms of asthma, COPD and other respiratory conditions, including hay fever. But where previously coughing or using a tissue in public would have been met…
Having a respiratory illness such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be exhausting as it affects so many aspects of a person’s life. In a recent survey of our consumers, almost half…
Article by Dr John Blakey and Dr Alice Crawford, Respiratory Physicians. Over the last couple of years, we have been restricted in our movements because of the coronavirus pandemic. However, with borders opening and restrictions…
With winter comes colder weather and winter viruses. When someone gets sick in your household, you understandably don’t want it spreading to others. But what are the most effective methods for disinfecting your home? Cleaning…
We all know that getting the right amount of quality sleep is very important for our mental and physical health. However, some people with asthma and other respiratory conditions can find it challenging to get…
This World Asthma Day (May 3, 2022) we’re coming together to explore and attempt to solve the gaps in asthma care in our community. Many of you with asthma may have been prescribed oral corticosteroids…