by Asthma Canada | News & Updates
The 2020 flu season is nearly here and with COVID-19 cases on the rise, getting your flu shot this year is more important than ever — especially for those living with chronic diseases like asthma. Influenza, also known as the seasonal flu, is an unpredictable and...
by Asthma Canada | News & Updates
Tips for Wearing a Face Mask with Asthma The Public Health Agency of Canada currently recommends that Canadians wear non-medical face masks while in public spaces where physical distancing cannot be maintained – such as on public transit, or at the grocery store. Be...
by Asthma Canada | News & Updates
Asthma Canada has gathered some tips that everyone with asthma can follow to help manage their asthma in these challenging times. Managing your asthma during the pandemic Keep taking your controller medication daily or as prescribed. This will help cut your risk of an...
by Asthma Canada | News & Updates
This World Lung Day (September 25) join the Asthma Canada team in Getting Active For Asthma! Together, we are taking action to raise awareness about this chronic disease that affects the lives of over 3.8 million Canadians by completing an individual fitness challenge...
by Asthma Canada | News & Updates
Using your Blue Reliever Inhaler 3 or more times a week for your asthma might mean you are relying on it too much. This could be a sign that your asthma is poorly controlled, which increases your risk of having an asthma attack. Take this short test to see if you may...
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A Snapshot of Asthma in Canada: 2019 Annual Asthma Survey Report Our inaugural annual survey report, A Snapshot of Asthma in Canada, revealed the far-reaching impacts of asthma on the health and everyday lives of Canadians. Asthma Canada’s first Annual Asthma Survey...