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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/asthma-facts
Information about asthma attacks, including symptoms.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/what-is-thunderstorm-asthma
01 Sep 2020... Thunderstorm asthma is asthma that is triggered by a particular type of thunderstorm when there are high amounts of grass pollen in the air (typically between October and the end of December). It can result in people wheezing, feeling short of breath, and tight in the chest with coughing. This can be sudden, serious, and even life-threatening.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/thunderstorm-asthma-overview-video
01 Aug 2017... Find out more about thunderstorm asthma and how it affects people with asthma and hay fever.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/symbicort-smart-asthma-action-plan-rapihaler-only
This asthma action plan is specifically for patients using the combination medication Symbicort (budesonide and eformoterol) maintenance and reliever therapy (SMART). Note Symbicort is not recommended for use in Australia in children under 12 years.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/my-asthma-guide
01 Dec 2022... My Asthma Guide is a handbook designed to help patients understand and manage their asthma. With information and advice based on the best evidence, My Asthma Guide provides practical strategies to help people with asthma and their families.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/national-asthma-council-australia-asthma-action-plan
Many written asthma action plans are available, as different action plans suit different people. The asthma action plan chosen should be appropriate for the person's age, educational status, language and culture.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/asthma-allergy
A guide to the management of allergy for those living with asthma.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/protect-yourself-from-thunderstorm-asthma-poster
A poster with information on how to protect yourself from Thunderstorm Asthma.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/thunderstorm-asthma-community-fact-sheet
01 Nov 2017... Epidemic thunderstorm asthma events are uncommon and don't occur every year. In southeast Australia, they can happen during the grass pollen season from October through December. Thunderstorm asthma can affect those with asthma or hay fever - especially people who experience wheezing or coughing with their hay fever. That's why it's important for people with asthma or hay fever to know about thunderstorm asthma and what they can do to help protect themselves during the grass pollen season.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/asthma-and-your-child-information-resource-pack
02 Oct 2018... This resource provides information to help you manage your child’s asthma. The English version of this resource is also available in e-book format through Apple Books app. Go to the SCHN "The Asthma and Your Child resource" page to download.
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