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Asthma WA

Locality: West Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9289 3600

Address: 36 Ord Street 6005 West Perth, WA, Australia

Website: https://asthmawa.org.au/

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25.01.2022 Thank you to Civmec Construction and Engineering for their corporate donation and for inviting us to run an asthma first aid and education session with their team recently. If you would like to know more about how your workplace can also be asthma-ready, give our team a call on 9289 3600. #asthmafirstaid #asthmaready #upskill #healthandsafty #occhealth #osh #ohands

25.01.2022 Looking for your next physical challenge? The Rottnest Channel Swim is officially back on the calendar and set to take place on Saturday 20th of February 2021. Why not sign up as an individual or join a team (you could swim or support someone who is!) and fundraise for Asthma WA.... For more information on how you can support Asthma WA, contact our Community Engagement Team on (08) 9289 3600 or email [email protected] We’d love to hear from you! Click here for details on how to register and select Asthma WA as your chosen cause! https://rottnestchannelswim.gofundraise.com.au/pages/create

25.01.2022 School holidays are here! Are you looking for something to entertain the kids? Our new Activity Pack has a word search, maze, dot-to-dot and more. Theres even a chance to win some great prizes! Download the pack today: https://bit.ly/2Zza3RA #schoolholidayfun #whenitscoldoutside #activitypack

24.01.2022 Its back on! Were excited to hear a new date has been confirmed for Rock 4 Fallons Fund. Thank you to event organiser, Shaye, and to all of the event sponsors for continuing to support what is sure to be a great night. All ticket sales go to Asthma WA and supporting our important services (thank you!! ) Tickets can be purchased at: https://guestli.st/644106

23.01.2022 Its Fathers Day! We wish all the dads out there a fantastic day, full of love, good health and happiness

23.01.2022 How would you rate your understanding of asthma? Do you live in or around the Belmont area? Were excited to be working alongside Arche Health Limited in an upcoming (and free) community day during #NationalAsthmaWeek. Come and have a chat to one of our brilliant Respiratory Health Educators and learn how you can better manage your asthma. #communityday #asthma_wa #breathebetter

23.01.2022 Behind Milana’s beautiful smile lurks an invisible burden. Born early, Milana’s parents Karin and Adam were warned she could have lung problems as she grew. And they were right. This little girl has had to fight for every breath, most of her short life. Diagnosing asthma can be difficult, especially in young children.... Like many families, her parents have endured the stress of multiple appointments and frequent visits to the emergency department while trying to understand Milana’s condition and how to manage it as best possible. Read more about Milana’s journey and how you can help others like her: https://buff.ly/3lDHMD5

22.01.2022 Spacers are recommended to be used with puffers as it help deliver the right dose of medicine into your lungs. Using your inhaler correctly helps your medications work better and reduce side effects. Wayne shows us how it is done. Visit our website for full instructions on how to use a spacer and view other helpful resources: https://asthmawa.org.au/how-to-use-a-spacer/ #breathebetter #belikewayne

21.01.2022 Do you bank with P&N Bank? Do you want to help raise money for Asthma WA? Does a simple click of a button sound good to you? We are grateful to be shortlisted in this round of P&N Banks quarterly community grants program. If you said yes to all of the above questions, please vote for us ... https://www.pnbank.com.au/helping/

20.01.2022 In a blink of an eye, school is back!! It can be easy to fall out of routine when you are on holiday so here are some tips to help you and your child prepare for returning to the classroom next week. 1. Visit your child's doctor and update their Asthma Action Plan.... 2. Talk to your child's teacher and school - make sure they are aware of your child's condition, the signs of a flare-up and their asthma management plan, and don't forget to let them know if anything has changed. Also, check they have a copy of your child's current Asthma Action Plan. 3. Work with your child's teacher to look for ways to reduce exposure to known triggers. 4. Check your child's medications are in date. 5. Talk to your child's sports teacher and coaches - they play an important role in supporting your child to participate in sport safely and confidently. 6. Reduce exposure to germs - simple steps such as washing hands with soap, using hand sanitiser and teaching children 'cough etiquette' such as coughing into their elbow can help reduce exposure to germs. 7. Get vaccinated - this includes the flu vaccine each year when it is available for your child, yourself and your family. Should you have any questions about asthma, medications or asthma first aid, call our Respiratory Health Team on (08) 9289 3600 to book your free consultation. #asthmaready #backtoschool

20.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who voted in the Community Helping &nds Community Grants and to P&N Bank! Asthma affects around 2.7 million Australians and is the leading cause of school absenteeism in children aged 5-14 years. This grant will support our Asthma WA Kids Club; helping children and their families to better understand and manage their asthma.... Thank you!

20.01.2022 We are now well into the wetter months of the year and with increased dampness, often comes mould. It can occur indoors and outdoors and for many people with asthma and other respiratory conditions, mould can be a potential trigger or cause an allergic reaction. For people with COPD, it can also lead to a fungal lung infection. Find out where to look for mould and how to remove it: https://bit.ly/2VV6Smj

20.01.2022 How exciting! We are thrilled to hear of this new development in research on childhood asthma. Thank you Telethon Kids Institute, Perth Childrens Hospital, Perth Childrens Hospital Foundation and all the amazing scientists who are involved in this important work. We are looking forward to hearing more on how this progresses #asthma #childhoodasthma #research #breathebetter

19.01.2022 We recently visited the South-West and met with more than 50 health professionals, nurses and community group members to provide asthma and COPD education. Our team spoke about a range of topics including asthma and COPD management, device technique, severe asthma, asthma first aid and asthma in children. Thank you to SWAMS, Collie River Valley Medical Centre, South West Health Campus, Eaton Medical Centre and Skin Clinic and Bunbury Regional Prison for hosting us. We hope to be back again soon. Thank you to the City of Bunbury for supporting this invaluable trip.

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19.01.2022 FRIDAY THE 13TH COULD BE LUCKY FOR SOME! Become a monthly donor by the 17th December 2020 and go in the draw to WIN a trio of Western Australian wines by Alchemist Wines. Please share this post with your friends and family - and you could all have some wine for Christmas! ... Regular donations are an easy, safe way to donate to Asthma WA while helping us to better plan for the future - just complete our donation form and nominate a small amount to come from your credit card each month and help Western Australians breathe better. Or call us on (08) 9289 3600 to discuss alternative methods. The winner (must be 18 years or over) will be selected at random and contacted on the 17th December 2020. This prize has been generously donated by The Alchemists. Become a monthly giver and support Asthma WA: https://buff.ly/2NAECAD

19.01.2022 Are you one of the 80% of people with asthma who is also affected by hay fever? Here are some tips to help minimise your exposure: Vacuum and dust surfaces regularly with a damp cloth Close your doors and windows on high-pollen or windy days Plant low allergen plants in your garden... Want to know more about how you can prepare for and reduce the impact of hay fever this spring? Download our new Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis checklists today: https://buff.ly/2GhCuNL

18.01.2022 Prescribed burning (also known as planned) will be picking up soon, particularly in the central and southern areas of Western Australia. If you have asthma or another respiratory condition that is triggered by smoke, here are some tips on what you can do to prepare. 1Make an appointment to see your doctor to review your Asthma or COPD Action Plan you should do this at least every 12 months, or more often if your symptoms have changed... 2Know when the typical prescribed burn season takes place in your region there is no fixed date for it to start or finish but knowing when they are likely to take place will help you plan ahead. You can check when government burns are planned for your region on the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, Parks and Wildlife Service or Asthma WA websites 3Take your preventer medication as prescribed it can take 6-8 weeks to provide maximum protection 4Revisit your device technique are you using it correctly to maximise the benefit of your medication? Asthma WAs Respiratory Health Team can help you, and its a free service 5Make sure you have your reliever medication with you at all times and that it has not expired. Read more about how you can reduce the impact of smoke: https://bit.ly/2ES7ovj

18.01.2022 The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and flowers are sending pollen into the air. Uh oh! Allergic Rhinitis, commonly known as hay fever, can make managing asthma more difficult. Almost 80% of people with asthma have allergic rhinitis. For some people, it can strike at specific times of the year like right now as we head into Spring! For others, it can hang around all year. In either case, if you have asthma and hay fever affects you, it is important to work with you...r doctor and pharmacist to identify the best course of action for your individual circumstances and reduce the risk of a severe asthma flare-up. Read more about hay fever and asthma: https://buff.ly/2Qnc7aQ Want to speak to one of our Respiratory Health Nurses or Educators? We can help you learn about asthma, symptoms, triggers, medications, and asthma first aid. Even better, our services are FREE! Call us on 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462). #asthma #asthmasucks #westernaustralia #hayfever #allergicrhinitis #breathebetter

17.01.2022 Roll up! Roll up! It's time to get your Entertainment membership! Have you bought a digital membership yet? It's pretty neat, with three different membership options along with a bundle of discounts to enjoy with family or friends. Still not sure? Entertainment Book is giving away bonus eGift cards for Priceline Australia with every membership purchased up until 13th August 2020.... Need more? 20% of your membership purchase comes directly to us, helping us to grow our services and help more Western Australians. Choose your membership today: https://buff.ly/2VVcHQH

17.01.2022 Heres a shout out to St Andrews Pharmacy in Midland for hosting an Asthma WA donation tin. Thank you so much for raising awareness and funds in support of our important work If youd like to fundraise for Western Australians with asthma or COPD, call our Community Engagement team on (08) 9289 3600. #thankyou #communityfundraising #westernaustralia

17.01.2022 As spring season approaches and flowers start to bloom, its a timely reminder that hay fever triggers can cause havoc for many people. Those annoying allergic rhinitis (hay fever) symptoms like a runny, itchy or blocked nose, sneezing, itchy eyes and a tickly throat can have a detrimental impact on peoples health and wellbeing including their sleep. In addition to understanding hay fever triggers, there are various simple ways to manage symptoms including using a preservati...ve-free saline spray or irrigation solution. Nasal salines work by washing allergens like pollens, dust mites, mould spores and pet dander out of the nasal passages which help reduce the allergic response. Our Corporate Supporters, Flo Family Health, offer some useful information about the important role of the nose and how a saline spray could help combat those irritating nasal symptoms from hay fever. #breathebetter #breatheeasier #hayfever #allergicrhinitis

17.01.2022 It’s Harmony Week! In a time when a global pandemic still wreaks havoc across the globe, this week offers us an opportunity to reconnect and discover a deeper appreciation for our peers, even if from afar. A popular way to celebrate our diversity is through sharing our culture and foods. Our General Manager - Health Services, Jenny, has shared this very special recipe, handed down through her family over many years. Her Aunty Arlene gave her the secrets to making this mild Bu...rmese curry over 20 years ago and Jenny still regularly refers to her original notes. These fond memories are weighted by the conflict unravelling in Myanmar (formerly Burma) and our thoughts are with those affected there and here in Australia. We hope this recipe can bring some brightness to your day as we remember some of the great people and traditions that make our lives better. View the recipe: https://buff.ly/3tvDgKC #harmonyweek #celebratingdiversity #yumyum #appreciation #foodgloriousfood

17.01.2022 More than 237,000 Western Australians have asthma with research indicating that 75-80% of these people also have hay fever (allergic rhinitis) We speak to people all throughout the year who have allergic rhinitis, many of whom often dont realise the impact that it is having on their asthma control. Do you have asthma and experience allergic rhinitis? Or do you have a question about it that Jacqui and the team can answer? Share your experiences and ask you questions in th...e comments below #breathebetter #nationalasthmaweek #NAW2020

16.01.2022 Until 12th September 2020, Entertainment is offering an extra $10 donation to Asthma WA on top of their normal donation, with every membership purchased. Help Asthma WA, support your local community and save on entertainment today: https://buff.ly/2VVcHQH #fundraising #entertainment #supportlocal

16.01.2022 The weekend is coming - have you downloaded our Activity Pack yet? There's a word search, maze, dot to dot and more! Don't miss the colouring in competition and go into the draw to win one of two Asthma WA Active Packs. Entries close Friday, 31st July 2020.... Download our Activity Pack and get colouring: https://bit.ly/2Zza3RA

16.01.2022 As spring season approaches and flowers start to bloom, it's a timely reminder that hay fever triggers can cause havoc for many people. Those annoying allergic rhinitis (hay fever) symptoms like a runny, itchy or blocked nose, sneezing, itchy eyes and a tickly throat can have a detrimental impact on peoples health and wellbeing including their sleep. In addition to understanding hay fever triggers, there are various simple ways to manage symptoms including using a preservati...ve-free saline spray or irrigation solution. Nasal salines work by washing allergens like pollens, dust mites, mould spores and pet dander out of the nasal passages which help reduce the allergic response. Our Corporate Supporters, Flo Family Health, offer some useful information about the important role of the nose and how a saline spray could help combat those irritating nasal symptoms from hay fever. #breathebetter #breatheeasier #hayfever #allergicrhinitis

15.01.2022 It's back on! We're excited to hear a new date has been confirmed for Rock 4 Fallon's Fund. Thank you to event organiser, Shaye, and to all of the event sponsors for continuing to support what is sure to be a great night. All ticket sales go to Asthma WA and supporting our important services (thank you!! ) Tickets can be purchased at: https://guestli.st/644106

15.01.2022 Five more sleeps to go until the Telethon Family Festival! Will we see you there? Come say hi to the Asthma WA Team. We'll be hanging out in the APM Charity Trail and Puff will be stopping by throughout the day handing our high fives and elbow bumps. Gates open 10am to 4pm Sunday at Optus Stadium. For more information: https://bit.ly/3Dv9V7V We are thankful to Telethon7 Perth and the Western Australian community for their support of our Paediatric Respiratory Hub - a one-stop-shop that enables children to undergo a paediatric lung function test, have an education session with our Respiratory Health Nurse and see a Paediatric Respiratory Specialist, all in the one appointment. Read more: https://bit.ly/3DAvm7o

15.01.2022 Do you know what to look to know if someone is having an asthma flare-up? Knowing the signs and how to deliver asthma first aid can save lives. Learn more: https://asthmawa.org.au/emergency/... #breathebetter #asthmafirstaid

15.01.2022 Still looking for a gift idea for Dad this Fathers Day? How about a digital Entertainment membership? Being digital, youll receive it quickly no waiting for it to arrive by the snail mail Hell be able to enjoy the benefits of membership straight away Youll also be supporting local businesses many of whom have been doing it tough lately ... We, Asthma WA, receive a bonus donation from Entertainment for every membership purchased Purchase an Entertainment membership for Dad today: https://buff.ly/32M5c10

14.01.2022 Recently our Respiratory Health Educator Yvonne spent the morning yarning with staff and community members from the Healthy Lifestyle Program run at the South Lake Ottey Family & Neighbourhood Centre. Aboriginal Health Officer Doreen is very passionate about education around spacer use and cleaning. The use of a spacer plays an important role in administering your medication and keeping it clean is also important - and easy! To see just how easy it is, take a look at our video: https://asthmawa.org.au/clean-spacer/

14.01.2022 Are you itching to get out and about? A fan of saving money? Interested in helping local businesses while also supporting a WA charity (aka Asthma WA)? What about winning some extra spending money? Purchase an Entertainment Membership today and: start saving on local restaurants and other entertainment earn an extra 2 months FREE membership on Single and Multi City Memberships... receive a bonus WISH eGift card go into the draw to win 1 of 5 $1,000 WISH eGift Cards support Asthma WA with part proceeds of membership sales being donated to our organisation Sign up today: https://buff.ly/2VVcHQH #lovelocal #entertainment #supportAsthmaWA #breathebetter

14.01.2022 Do you care for a child with asthma? Do you have issues around medication use during a flare-up? Local Western Australian developer, Nyan Walker has created a device that has the potential to make an enormous difference to asthma management and asthma first aid. As the father of two children with asthma, and one of those with special needs, Nyan is familiar with the distress of visiting the hospital emergency department. Something that has always stuck in my mind was while w...e were being shown how to use the asthma spacer and face mask on my son. He was screaming and the nurse reassured us that this was ok because if he is screaming, he is breathing, and if he is breathing, he is getting the required medication. While I understood what she meant, the sight of him being so fearful of his spacer made me determined to find a way to help him, and other children just like him, to be more at ease, explained Nyan. Nyan has since developed the Breathe2Go; a device that attaches to the child’s spacer and connects it to a mobile app which can help guide them through the steps to taking their reliever medication. A finalist in the 29th Lateral INCITE Awards for Social Impact, Nyan and the Breathe2Go team are seeking children to participate in a trial of the device. Visit their website for more information: https://buff.ly/36zTiJh #prototype #trial #breathebetter #asthma #childasthma

14.01.2022 With Spring upon us, the likelihood of smoke from planned burns and bushfires will be increase. The WA Department of Health is running a smoke tracking study that aims to better understand how smoke moves and affects people's health in the Perth and South West regions. AirTracker is a free smartphone app (accessed through your preferred internet browser) that is really simple to use. As you use the app, you are asked to record when you see and/or smell smoke, and if you are e...xperiencing any health symptoms. The information you share will help the Department of Health to better understand how frequent and widespread the problem of smoke from landscape fires may be. To be involved: Firstly check that your location services are enabled in your phone settings. Then go to https://buff.ly/3dznIPi (This will open the app in your web browser) The ‘How to use’ button will walk you through the steps of reporting smoke, and this is also explained below About AirTracker’ will provide details about the app and give you contact numbers if you are experiencing problems with the app or want to ask questions about the project. TIP: add a Shortcut to the AirTracker to your phone’s home screen so you can access it quickly, any time you observe smoke. HealthyWA

14.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them.... Lest we forget On this Remembrance Day we remember those who served, died and suffered for our country in all wars and armed conflicts. #rememberanceday #lestweforget

13.01.2022 Do you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccination? We asked our Clinical Advisory Group Member A/Prof John Blakey about the COVID-19 vaccination. Read our Q&A session to find out what he recommends: https://asthmawa.org.au/covid-19-vaccination/

13.01.2022 What a spectacular morning for a balloon flight over the city. A huge thanks to Windward Balloon Adventures for organising the flight, to everyone who sent in messages of support and photos of the flight and to Basil Zempilas for Perth Lord Mayor and the team at News Talk 6PR 882 for speaking with our team member Rael about asthma in WA! #nationalasthmaweek #naw2020 #asthma #breathebetter #upupandaway Dennis Tan Creative - Perth Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer @thanawat.collins

13.01.2022 Today our Respiratory Health Educator, Kate, stopped by Nidjalla Waangan Mia - 9586 4580 to celebrate our collaborative relationship during #NAIDOC2020 The day is made even more special as Nidjalla Waangan Mia also celebrate their 10 year anniversary of the service opening. Congratulations to the team. Thank you for all that you do in the community and for your ongoing support of Asthma WA. #community #anniverary #thankyou

13.01.2022 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for a group of progressive lung diseases such as: Emphysema Chronic bronchitis... Living with COPD makes it difficult for you to breathe, and you may find everyday tasks a real challenge. Today is #worldCOPDday and we are encouraging people to live well with their COPD. Read more about how you can live well with COPD: https://buff.ly/36BOKSU

12.01.2022 What a caring and considerate The Elf on the Shelf! My Magical Moments have created a series of special needs accessories for your Elves to help children and their families embrace their differences. This one is pretty special

12.01.2022 An asthma flare-up can build slowly over time or come on suddenly. Every minute and second counts Knowing asthma first aid can save lives. Learn more about the signs of a flare-up and what to do in an asthma emergency: https://asthmawa.org.au/emergency/... #breathebetter #asthma_wa #asthmafirstaid

12.01.2022 Do you get hay fever? Have you ever spoken to your doctor about what youre experiencing? If you answered no to that last question, we want to ask why? You wouldnt be alone in not seeing your doctor to talk about your hay fever (in fact only 50% of people with hay fever consult with their doctor about it) but if you are selecting your own medications over the Pharmacy counter, we urge you to ask yourself why you have chosen that particular medication and if you are sure it... is the best option for you. Uncontrolled hay fever (allergic rhinitis) can make it hard to manage your asthma. Dont be one of the 85% of people who arent making the optimal choice by self-selecting their medications. People with both asthma and allergic rhinitis should seek a formal diagnosis and be reviewed by their doctor at least once a year. #nationalasthmaweek #naw2020 #hayfever #breathebetter RACGP Australian Journal of Pharmacy - AJP

12.01.2022 We sincerely thank the CBH Group who generously donated $10,000 to support our telehealth services, enabling people living in regional areas of Western Australia to better access their clinical education appointments. Our Asthma and COPD Telehealth service can help people save time, money and stress on unnecessary travel. It is through the support of organisations such as CBH Group that we are able to continue these valuable services to people throughout the Western Australian Community, and we cannot thank you enough! Photo credit: Jackie Grylls, Corrigin

11.01.2022 If you are impacted by smoke or have noticed changes to your symptoms, please see your doctor for a review. Asthma WA can help you to learn about asthma and COPD, symptoms, triggers, medication and asthma first aid. Call us on 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462) to book your free consultation.

11.01.2022 What a treat! We had a special visit from the Arche Health team to yarn with Nan Dot while making colourful scrunchies and emu figurines. There were plenty of giggles and 'oh ah' moments as we tested our craft skills. Thank you so much for brightening our offices for #naidoc week. We look forward to seeing the Arche Health and Wangen Murduin ITC team again tomorrow for their NAIDOC Day at Rivervale Community Centre. It's a free event from 10am to 2pm with a traditional welcome followed by dancing, food, activities, health checks and give aways! #NAIDOC2020

11.01.2022 Prescribed (planned) burning takes place throughout the year. Many of the prescribed burns in Western Australia are managed by the Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia. Prescribed burning typically takes place from March through to November each year when vegetation contains more moisture. In the Pilbara and Kimberley regions, prescribed burns are common from April to June. For more information on prescribed burns, asthma first aid, emergency alerts, air quality moni...toring and other useful resources, visit: https://asthmawa.org.au/asthma-alert-pilot/ If you have asthma or COPD and are affected by smoke, join our Asthma Alert and be a part of a community sharing alerts and supporting one another. https://www.facebook.com/groups/AsthmaAlert/ #asthmaalert #asthmaready #prescribedburn #plannedburn #westernaustralia #breathebetter

11.01.2022 With school holidays and Easter around the corner, now’s the time to purchase your digital Entertainment Membership and start supporting local WA businesses. Plus, by selecting Asthma WA as your preferred charity, Entertainment Book donates 20% of the purchase price to Asthma WA. Memberships purchased by 15th of April 2021 you will also receive a BONUS $10 or $20 eGift Card*. Winning! Sign up now: https://au.entdigital.net/orderbooks/83169h

11.01.2022 Heres a huge shout out to all of our Asthma WA friends! Our staff, our supporters and donors, our volunteers, our funders, sponsors and partners because of you, we have been working alongside Western Australians for more than 55 years, helping to improve their quality of life and reduce the impacts of asthma and COPD in our community. To each and every one of you thank you ... #InternationalFriendshipDay

11.01.2022 GSK Australia is pleased to announce that a dose counter has been added to Ventolin (salbutamol sulfate) metered-dose inhalers for Australian patients living with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The updated inhalers are reimbursed via the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and have been available in pharmacies from 1 August 2020 with a transition period. The inhaler with a dose counter will be introduced gradually over a period of four to six months... while the existing stock of Ventolin (without dose counter) continues to be sold in pharmacies. Reliever medications such as Ventolin play an important role in providing relief of asthma symptoms and in Asthma First Aid. Many people with asthma will often have multiple relievers on hand, making it harder to track exactly how many doses remain in each device. The introduction of a dose counter on the Ventolin inhaler will help people to be more aware of how much medication remains in the canister however, it is important to note that the medication itself has not changed. Read more about supply updates: https://au.gsk.com/en-au/media/supply-updates/@

09.01.2022 Its time to check in with yourself and those you love and ask R U OK? Its been a rough year for many people, with new stresses and illnesses to manage on top of what was already there. It is ok to ask for help or simply express how you are feeling. Please make a point of pausing today and asking how you and those around you are really doing. Check-in with that person you havent heard from in a while. Are you all doing ok? If you or someone you know needs support, call Li...feline on 13 11 14 #ruokday #checkin #wecare

09.01.2022 It's Father's Day! We wish all the dads out there a fantastic day, full of love, good health and happiness

09.01.2022 Our team has been busy going through the final steps to make sure we are ready for our first clinical session at the Paediatric Respiratory Hub. Thanks to the team at Telethon Kids Institute, particularly Respiratory Scientist Elizabeth Smith, yesterday for their support and assistance. The Paediatric Respiratory Hub is a pilot service that aims to reduce the many stresses families experience as they seek a diagnosis and management plan for their children with asthma. Combini...ng lung function testing, asthma education and specialist advice, this new service will make an enormous difference to the lives of Western Australian children affected by asthma. The service is bulk-billed and will commence from our Cockburn clinic, with a view to expand to other locations depending on funding. To find out more about this service, how to refer or how you can support it, call us on (08) 9289 3600 or visit https://asthmawa.org.au/paediatric-respiratory-hub/ The service is made possible thanks to the generous support from Telethon7 Perth, Stan Perron Charitable Foundation, South Metropolitan Health Service, Cockburn Integrated Health, Perth Childrens Hospital Respiratory Department and Fiona Stanley Hospital Paediatric Department

08.01.2022 Do you get hay fever? Have you ever spoken to your doctor about what you're experiencing? If you answered no to that last question, we want to ask why? You wouldnt be alone in not seeing your doctor to talk about your hay fever (in fact only 50% of people with hay fever consult with their doctor about it) but if you are selecting your own medications over the Pharmacy counter, we urge you to ask yourself why you have chosen that particular medication and if you are sure it... is the best option for you. Uncontrolled hay fever (allergic rhinitis) can make it hard to manage your asthma. Dont be one of the 85% of people who arent making the optimal choice by self-selecting their medications. People with both asthma and allergic rhinitis should seek a formal diagnosis and be reviewed by their doctor at least once a year. #nationalasthmaweek #naw2020 #hayfever #breathebetter RACGP Australian Journal of Pharmacy - AJP

08.01.2022 Our little Puffet has rounded up some great prizes for our colouring in competition! Have you downloaded our Activity Pack yet? Its a great way to entertain the kids, learn about asthma and being kind and you could go into the draw to win one of two Asthma WA active packs. Download our Activity Pack and get colouring: https://bit.ly/2Zza3RA

08.01.2022 What a way to end the week! In just 7 days, our Wheezy Walk heroes are off to a cracker of a start! Collectively, they have walked over 3,100,000 steps for Western Australians with asthma. That's the equivalent of walking from Perth to Esperance! And they've raised an astonishing $25,000. We are halfway to reaching our target! That's enough to fund essential materials needed for 810 lung function tests! ... We've got another three weeks to go - can you help us reach our goals? Sponsor a hero or donate to the Wheezy Walk: https://wheezywalk.raisely.com/donate Sign up and join us: https://wheezywalk.raisely.com/ Spread the word! Let people know what we are doing and get people talking more about asthma and how they can help make every breath count this month. Pictured here: Yesterday, our Clinical Nurse Educator Kate excitedly compared steps with Milana at our Paediatric Respiratory Hub. Read more about Milana's story here: https://wheezywalk.raisely.com/inspiration #wheezywalk #asthma #westernaustralia

08.01.2022 Have you signed up yet? Become a monthly donor by the 17th December 2020 and go in the draw to WIN a trio of Western Australian wines by The Alchemists. **Please share this post with your friends and family - and you could all have some wine for Christmas!**... Regular donations are an easy, safe way to donate to Asthma WA while helping us to better plan for the future - just complete our donation form and nominate a small amount to come from your credit card each month and help Western Australians breathe better. Or call us on (08) 9289 3600 to discuss alternative methods. The winner (must be 18 years or over) will be selected at random and contacted on the 17th December 2020. This prize has been generously donated by The Alchemists. Become a monthly giver and support Asthma WA: https://buff.ly/2NAECAD

08.01.2022 Under certain weather conditions, smoke can persist and travel a considerable distance and impact many communities over a number of days. It can travel for hundreds of kilometres in a narrow band when winds in the lower part of the atmosphere converge and the smoke is trapped below an inversion. Learn more about inversions and smoke trajectories: https://buff.ly/2RmxQQL Bureau of Meteorology #inversions #weather #asthma #copd... Image courtesy of NASA Worldview

07.01.2022 Did you know you can refer yourself to our free Individual Education Sessions? Thats right! While we encourage you to maintain open communication with your GP to ensure you have all the support you need, you can easily refer yourself to our free individualised education service via our website or a simple phone call. Our Respiratory Health Nurses and Educators will speak to you about:... what asthma is signs and symptoms assessing asthma severity and control how medications can help you manage your asthma checking your device technique understanding triggers and how to manage them understanding your asthma action plan asthma first aid If you or someone you care for has asthma and would benefit from a free session with one of our team, simply visit https://buff.ly/2BSUdZC or call us on 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462). #breathebetter #selfrefer #asthma #copd

05.01.2022 National Asthma Week begins on Tuesday next week and there will be a bundle of places lighting up in blue to recognise the event. Will you be lighting up your office or building? Let us know and we can add it to the list. Or, take a photo and tag us (AsthmaWA) so we can say thank you ... #nationalasthmaweek

05.01.2022 Look at your Pharmacist as an extension of your family Yen, Pharmacist Broadway Fair Pharmacy Who is Yen? This is Yen We spoke to Yen about what she has observed when people go into the store looking for hay fever medication, particularly when they have asthma. It was an interesting chat with some great points we wanted to share.... Many people are choosing a hay fever treatment without speaking to their Pharmacist of doctor and only 15% of those people are making the optimal choice for their condition. Only 15%! As many hay fever medications are available over the counter, a lot of people choose a brand that they have heard advertised or someone they know has mentioned. This doesnt mean its the best approach for them though. Hay fever control is important is asthma control especially if hay fever is a trigger for you! If you arent sure if you are taking the best medications for your personal situation, have a conversation with your Pharmacist so they can help you. Pharmacists work with GPs and other health professionals to ensure patients and customers get the best care possible so dont hesitate to talk to them today. Learn more about asthma and hay fever (allergic rhinitis): https://asthmawa.org.au/hayfever/ Download our new Asthma and Allergic Rhinitis Checklist: https://asthmawa.org.au/asthma-and-allergic-rhinitis-check/ #breathebetter #asthma #hayfever #community #nationalasthmaweek

04.01.2022 The weekend is coming - have you downloaded our Activity Pack yet? Theres a word search, maze, dot to dot and more! Dont miss the colouring in competition and go into the draw to win one of two Asthma WA Active Packs. Entries close Friday, 31st July 2020.... Download our Activity Pack and get colouring: https://bit.ly/2Zza3RA

04.01.2022 Last week we were so delighted to have a visit from Rob Meney, District Governor of Lions Club International District 201W1 with a donation from their children's festival 'RazzaMaTazz'. Lions Club International has been a generous supporter of Asthma WA for many years and we were thrilled to once again be a recipient of their hard work. Thank you so much for your continued support and the wonderful work you do to support the wider community. The RazzaMaTazz event has been run...ning for more than 20 years in support of disadvantaged children. International standard performers skilfully entertain and awe attendees through a range of traditional disciplines of clowning, juggling, balancing, puppetry, acrobatics and unique comedy. For more information on this great event visit: https://201w1.lions.org.au/RAZZA

03.01.2022 How would you rate your understanding of asthma? Do you live in or around the Belmont area? We're excited to be working alongside Arche Health Limited in an upcoming (and free) community day during #NationalAsthmaWeek. Come and have a chat to one of our brilliant Respiratory Health Educators and learn how you can better manage your asthma. #communityday #asthma_wa #breathebetter

02.01.2022 Here's a shout out to St Andrews Pharmacy in Midland for hosting an Asthma WA donation tin. Thank you so much for raising awareness and funds in support of our important work If you'd like to fundraise for Western Australians with asthma or COPD, call our Community Engagement team on (08) 9289 3600. #thankyou #communityfundraising #westernaustralia

01.01.2022 Like asthma, hay fever can affect people of all ages and abilities. If a child has asthma and their symptoms are worsened with hay fever, they may experience more flare ups and miss more days off school. Common triggers at school include: Dust mites in carpet, bean bags and soft toys Pollens such as grass and smoke... Moulds (including in garden mulch) We spoke with Teacher Ellie recently who shared some of her thoughts on asthma and hay fever in children. For more information on hay fever: https://bit.ly/30T2OWk #nationalasthmaweek #naw2020 #asthma #hayfever #breathebetter

01.01.2022 Did you know Asthma WA has a shop you can visit in West Perth or online? From spacers and masks, to dust mite bedding and action (emergency) kits, we have a range of products suitable for individuals, schools and community groups. Check out our range today. Prices are competitive, and by purchasing through the Asthma WA Shop you will also be helping Western Australians living with asthma and COPD. Visit the Asthma WA Shop: https://buff.ly/30zk6qs... #supportlocal #westernaustralian #breathebetter #asthma #shopping

01.01.2022 It's myth busting time! What many people think: Everyone with asthma has the same signs and symptoms. FACT: Signs and symptoms of asthma differ from person to person. While some people may have a wheeze other people may not. Your symptoms, and their severity, could be different to your child’s, mother's, brother's, mates...... The most common signs and symptoms are: Shortness of breath Chest tighness Wheezing Coughing What doesn’t change is how to manage asthma emergencies To learn more about managing asthma emergencies, visit: https://asthmawa.org.au/emergency/

01.01.2022 Are you building or renovating and not sure which flooring will be best for you and your family? Understanding what each option could mean for you, your asthma and/or allergies is important, especially if you are making a large financial commitment - this decision will be with you for a long time! Sensitive Choice have updated their fact sheet on flooring options to help you make the best decision for your circumstances.