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New Survey Highlights Challenges Faced by 4.6 Million Canadians Living with Asthma 

New Survey Highlights Challenges Faced by 4.6 Million Canadians Living with Asthma 

by Pauric Keegan | News & Updates

New Survey Reveals Highlights Challenges Faced by 4.6 Million Canadians Living with Asthma  92% have experienced stress because of their asthma  66% report financial strain related to asthma care  26% had an emergency room visit in the past year due to asthma  98% say...
Data from new national study exposes oral corticosteroids overuse in Canadian patients with severe asthma

Data from new national study exposes oral corticosteroids overuse in Canadian patients with severe asthma

by Asthma Canada | News & Updates

SOURCE GlaxoSmithKline Inc. 72% of people with uncontrolled severe asthma had substantial OCS use. MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 9, 2024 /CNW/ – The data from the real-world evidence study “Characterizing uncontrolled severe asthma in Canada (ALERT)” was...
In the Community: Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk 2024

In the Community: Rudhro Prince Memorial Walk 2024

by Asthma Canada | News & Updates

Rudhro never left anyone behind. He was warm, friendly and compassionate – the angelic boy. Tragically, he lost his fight against asthma too soon. At the age of 8 years old, he suffered a severe asthma attack, right in his own home. His legacy lives on as his family...
WORLD ASTHMA DAY: 2 million Canadians Living with Uncontrolled Asthma urged to Take Control of their Condition.

WORLD ASTHMA DAY: 2 million Canadians Living with Uncontrolled Asthma urged to Take Control of their Condition.

by Pauric Keegan | News & Updates

~Asthma Canada Calls on Policy Makers Across Canada to Address Care Gaps in Asthma Care~ Toronto, May 7, 2024 – This World Asthma Day, Asthma Canada is calling on the approximately 2 million Canadians living with uncontrolled asthma, to take control of their condition...
Fellowes Canada, our Partner in Enhancing Community Health

Fellowes Canada, our Partner in Enhancing Community Health

by Jenna | News & Updates

We’re thrilled to announce a collaboration between Asthma Canada and Fellowes Canada, a global leader in WorkLife solutions. To prioritize community health and well-being, Fellowes Canada has generously donated 500 air purifiers equipped with True HEPA...
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Asthma Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Al Asthma Canada, in partnership with the Canadian Allergy, Asthma and Immunolology Foundation, is proud to support full-time MSc and PhD students through our Graduate Student Research Awards in Asthma. These awards help emerging researchers explore the causes and mechanisms of asthma, develop new knowledge and work towards better treatments for asthma. Each year, we’re proud to invest in the researchers who are helping move asthma research forward. Congratulations to our 2026 Graduate Student Research Awardees: 🎓 Abigail Davis, PhD — Queen’s University Research project: Tezepelumab in the treatment of co-morbid allergic rhinitis and allergic asthma study (TEZARS) 🎓 Shuqi Cai, PhD — Queen’s University Research project: Airway Neural Remodeling Drives iBALT Formation in Allergic Asthma 🎓 Max Housefather, MSc — Queen’s University Research project: Investigating Macrophage Paralysis and Neutrophilic Inflammation as Mechanisms of Asthma Exacerbation by Wildfire Smoke 🎓 Austin Pozniak, MSc — University of Guelph Research project: Defining a Non-Allergic Mast Cell-Mediated Neuroimmune Axis in Asthma We’re excited to support their work and we’ll share more details about our researchers in the coming months. For more information, see our research page on asthma.ca. @queensuniversity @uofguelph #asthma #asthmaresearch #research
Ever wondered what kids actually learn through Mis Ever wondered what kids actually learn through Mission Breathe? Mission Breathe is Asthma Canada’s interactive game for kids aged 5–10. Through fun activities, quizzes and different stations, children can explore what asthma means, how to manage it and how it can affect everyday life. Here’s a look inside: ➡ Trigger Detection Station: Can you spot the triggers? Kids discover common asthma triggers and ways to avoid or manage them. ➡ Routine Room: Managing asthma is part of everyday life. Kids explore the role of inhalers, medications and Asthma Action Plans. ➡ About Asthma Station: What actually happens when someone has asthma? This station explores the science behind asthma and how it affects breathing. ➡Friendship Satellite: Asthma isn’t just about breathing. Kids explore some of the feelings that can come with asthma, including feeling different, left out or alone. Asthma Emergency Station: What should you do during an asthma attack? Kids practise recognizing an emergency, knowing when to ask for help and what steps to take. Mission Breathe makes asthma education interactive, helping kids build knowledge and confidence along the way. Ready to play? Learn more about Mission Breathe and play now: asthma.ca/mission-breathe #MissionBreathe #Asthma #KidsWithAsthma #AsthmaEducation
At Asthma Canada, we work closely with people livi At Asthma Canada, we work closely with people living with asthma and related conditions. Some of these conditions, such as CRSwNP, can affect the sense of smell, sometimes resulting in reduced or complete loss of smell. That’s why we’re pleased to share The Day the Lilacs Disappeared – a beautifully illustrated children’s book that introduces kids to the importance of our sense of smell and helps families talk about smell loss. When Kushboo can no longer smell her favourite lilacs, she discovers how deeply smell shapes food, memories, safety and connection. It’s a gentle, clinician-created story that helps children and families understand a sense we rarely think about until it is lost. Written by Dr. Smriti Nayan, an otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon, researcher and mother, with a foreword by Dr. Martin Desrosiers, a rhinologist, researcher, professor and father, the book combines real science with warmth and heart. Perfect for children ages 5–8, The Day the Lilacs Disappeared is a thoughtful way to start conversations about smell and what it means when that sense changes. 📚 Learn more about the book and Kushboo’s story: @drsmritinayan #Asthma #CRSwNP #SmellLoss #ChildrensHealth #RespiratoryHealth
🫁 C.A.R.E. is reaching more communities across Sas 🫁 C.A.R.E. is reaching more communities across Saskatchewan! Asthma Canada was delighted to hear that our C.A.R.E. asthma attack messaging was recently shared with 600 locations across Saskatchewan, including clinics, pharmacies and Tribal Councils. This was made possible through the ongoing collaboration between @lungsask and @heartandstroke. We’re so happy to see this important information reaching more people and communities. Why does it matter? An asthma attack is a potentially life-threatening emergency. Recognizing the signs of an asthma attack and responding quickly could save a life. 🚨 If an asthma attack happens: C.A.R.E.: C - Calm: Reassure the individual and help them stay calm. A - Air: Sit the person upright and tell them to take slow breaths. R - Rescue: Help them find and use their blue rescue inhaler. E - Emergency: Call 911 if no inhaler is nearby or if symptoms do not get better. Learn more about C.A.R.E.: asthma.ca/care #CAREforAsthma #Asthma
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