16 Jul 2024
Supplementary labels for asthma inhalers to remove confusion
A shocking statistic that 94 per cent of Australian don’t use their asthma inhalers correctly has led to the development of an asthma inhaler resource that for the first time clearly address the two different types of inspiratory flow rate with inhalers.
13 Jun 2024
It’s not too late to fight winter flu – especially if you have asthma
The National Asthma Council Australia (NAC) said today that the winter flu season has yet to peak and strongly encouraged Australians with asthma and allergies to make sure they are up to date with vaccinations, as influenza, COVID-19 and RSV are all viruses that affect the respiratory tract.
04 Jun 2024
Greener inhaler choices - better for patients and the planet
The National Asthma Council Australia (NAC) has released new information in time for World Environment Day to help health professionals make choices that could reduce asthma symptoms, prevent severe exacerbations and at the same time help improve the health of the environment.
22 May 2024
Updated Allergic Rhinitis Treatments Chart
The National Asthma Council has updated its guide to the main intranasal treatment options for allergic rhinitis available in Australia, as of May 2024.
20 May 2024
Thank you to our valued National Asthma Council volunteers
It’s National Volunteer Week (20-26 May 2024), an opportunity to highlight the important role of volunteers in our community.
07 May 2024
On World Asthma Day it’s time to check your inhaler technique
The National Asthma Council Australia has released two new instructional videos for adults with asthma and also parents of children with asthma for World Asthma Day on 7 May 2024.
15 Apr 2024
2024 Asthma and Airways Career Development Fellowship
Associate Professor Rachel Peters has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Asthma and Airways Career Development Fellowship, jointly funded by the National Asthma Council Australia and the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand.
01 Apr 2024
New Salflumix Easyhaler
A new inhaler has been added to the PBS for treatment of asthma and COPD from 1 April 2024.
14 Mar 2024
Availability of salbutamol nebules - Important update for health professionals 2024
The National Asthma Council Australia has been advised that salbutamol inhalation solution 2.5mg/2.5mL (Ventolin Nebules) is now available once again, following the supply shortage that was anticipated until mid-2024.
08 Mar 2024
New resource to help asthma patients gain a good night's sleep
A new health professional resource released today by the National Asthma Council Australia (NAC) in time for World Sleep Day* on Friday 15 March outlines key steps to treat patients who present with poor asthma control and sleep disturbance.
