In the Community: Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk 2024

In the Community: Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk 2024

by | Sep 9, 2024

His legacy lives on as his family organizes the Annual Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk on September 24, 2023 in Ottawa. Asthma Canada is supporting its community and getting the word out because even though 250 Canadians will lose their life this year from asthma, they are not just a statistic. They are family members, friends and loved ones.

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Mother of Nine-Year-Old Who Died from Asthma Attack Urges People with Asthma to Take Precautions During Wildfire Season

Mother of Nine-Year-Old Who Died from Asthma Attack Urges People with Asthma to Take Precautions During Wildfire Season

by | Jun 12, 2024

Toronto, June 12, 2024 – As threats of wildfires spread across Canada, Asthma Canada is urging individuals living with asthma to take additional precautions for their safety. Wildfire smoke contains many harmful pollutants including fine particulate matter that settles deep in the lungs. For those with asthma and other respiratory conditions, wildfires present an escalated risk, as the smoke can worsen symptoms and provoke asthma attacks, which, in some cases, can be fatal. This grim reality was sadly illustrated in 2023 by the loss of Carter Vigh, who tragically lost his life at just nine years of age.

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Giving Tuesday 2021

Giving Tuesday 2021

by | Nov 25, 2021

This Giving Tuesday, we're highlighting our National Research Program! Gifts of support on this global day of giving will help us invest in the next generation of promising asthma researchers. Our research grants support scientists who are searching for more effective...

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In the Community: Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk 2024

In the Community: Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk 2024

by | Sep 9, 2024

His legacy lives on as his family organizes the Annual Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk on September 24, 2023 in Ottawa. Asthma Canada is supporting its community and getting the word out because even though 250 Canadians will lose their life this year from asthma, they are not just a statistic. They are family members, friends and loved ones.

read more
Mother of Nine-Year-Old Who Died from Asthma Attack Urges People with Asthma to Take Precautions During Wildfire Season

Mother of Nine-Year-Old Who Died from Asthma Attack Urges People with Asthma to Take Precautions During Wildfire Season

by | Jun 12, 2024

Toronto, June 12, 2024 – As threats of wildfires spread across Canada, Asthma Canada is urging individuals living with asthma to take additional precautions for their safety. Wildfire smoke contains many harmful pollutants including fine particulate matter that settles deep in the lungs. For those with asthma and other respiratory conditions, wildfires present an escalated risk, as the smoke can worsen symptoms and provoke asthma attacks, which, in some cases, can be fatal. This grim reality was sadly illustrated in 2023 by the loss of Carter Vigh, who tragically lost his life at just nine years of age.

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Giving Tuesday 2021

Giving Tuesday 2021

by | Nov 25, 2021

This Giving Tuesday, we're highlighting our National Research Program! Gifts of support on this global day of giving will help us invest in the next generation of promising asthma researchers. Our research grants support scientists who are searching for more effective...

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Breathing Easy This Pollen Season

Breathing Easy This Pollen Season

by | Jun 18, 2025

As flowers bloom and pollen fills the air, many people experience a rise in allergy and asthma symptoms, like congestion, itchy eyes, coughing, and flare-ups. We’re here to help. On this page, you’ll find practical tips and must-know strategies to help you keep safe...

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Asthma Attack Toolkit

Asthma Attack Toolkit

by | Apr 30, 2025

One in six people who receive treatment at the hospital needs emergency treatment again within two weeks. Asthma attacks are not normal and you should not tolerate them. Asthma Canada's Asthma Attack toolkit guides you through symptoms of an asthma attack, what to do...

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Asthma Awareness Month 2025

Asthma Awareness Month 2025

by | Apr 3, 2025

Lighting Landmarks Across Canada Shine Blue for World Asthma Day & Asthma Awareness Month On World Asthma Day (Tuesday, May 6) and throughout Asthma Awareness Month (May), iconic landmarks across Canada illuminated in blue, standing in solidarity with the more...

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