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Asthma Australia

Asthma Australia helps people to breathe so they can live freely.

Asthma Australia works with people living with asthma, their family and friends, health professionals, researchers and governments to find the best treatments and practices to make sure life with asthma is the best it can be.

Vision and mission

Asthma Australia’s vison is that no one experiences a life restricted by asthma.

Asthma Australia are committed to halving the number of potentially preventable asthma hospitalisations by 2030.

They want everyone in the community to understand asthma, so they know how to help in an emergency.

They also want to challenge the way things are currently done, to keep improving asthma prevention and treatment outcomes for people with asthma.

How Asthma Australia can help

Asthma Australia provide support and information for people with asthma and their carers and help them understand how to manage asthma. They also help people learn what causes asthma symptoms and how to avoid triggers, how to administer Asthma First Aid and how to respond if someone close to you experiences symptoms.

Asthma Australia advocates for people with asthma and the people who care for them, and supports research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a potential CURE for asthma.

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Last reviewed: July 2025

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Guide to Asthma Diagnosis at Asthma Australia

Need help confirming asthma? Asthma Australia provides clear information on the asthma diagnosis process and how to prepare for your next appointment.

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Guide on Managing Severe Asthma at Asthma Australia

Are you suffering from severe asthma? Asthma Australia provides an in-depth guide on severe asthma. Discover resources, treatments, and support options.

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Asthma Resources for Health Professionals in Australia

Asthma Australia equips health professionals with resources to manage asthma care confidently. Join our network and enhance your expertise today.

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Starting Asthma Treatment in Kids | What to Expect

Is your child starting asthma treatment? Understand what to expect and how to help your child adjust. Call us for more info on 1800 ASTHMA

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Asthma Causes & Triggers - Asthma Australia

A trigger is anything that can cause you to have asthma symptoms. This might include trouble breathing, wheezing, tightness in the chest or coughing.

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Colds, flu and viruses - Asthma Australia

Colds, flu and viral infections are the most common triggers for asthma flare-ups. They can be more serious for you than for people without asthma.

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Exercise and sport - Asthma Australia

For some people, exercise can trigger the small airways in the lungs to become tight (bronchoconstriction).

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Flooding and mould - Asthma Australia

Water damage to buildings can lead to extra mould growth. Mould can also grow in poorly ventilated or maintained homes.

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Managing Hay Fever and Pollen Asthma Triggers

Learn how hay fever and pollen act as asthma triggers and how to reduce exposure. Asthma Australia shares tips to help you stay well during peak seasons.

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Thunderstorm asthma - Asthma Australia

To lower the chance of having thunderstorm asthma when it is a known trigger for you, it is best to have good asthma management year-round.

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