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Our health-care system isn’t taking lung health seriously and that’s costing lives

Our health-care system isn’t taking lung health seriously and that’s costing lives

by Pauric Keegan | News & Updates

By Jeffrey Beach, President & CEO of Asthma Canada and Jessica Buckley, ICD.D, President & CEO of Lung Health Foundation Read the op-ed on Hamilton Spectator: here   Our lungs make our lives, but lung health is a crisis that’s flying under the radar. And...
Love is in the air—just make sure it’s not triggering your asthma this Valentine’s Day!

Love is in the air—just make sure it’s not triggering your asthma this Valentine’s Day!

by Jenna | News & Updates

Valentine’s Day is all about romance, thoughtful gifts, and heartfelt gestures. But while you’re planning that special evening, Asthma Canada wants to remind you to prioritize your health. Here are some common Valentine’s Day triggers to watch out for, with tips...
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...

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🌿 TIP 2: Protect the air in your home Help keep i 🌿 TIP 2: Protect the air in your home  Help keep indoor air as clean as possible during pollen season by keeping windows closed, especially on high pollen days. Using an air purifier with a HEPA filter and regularly cleaning surfaces can also help reduce pollen that makes its way indoors.  Pollen season is here, and did you know that most people with asthma also have hay fever?  When it is not well controlled, hay fever can worsen asthma and may trigger serious or life-threatening attacks. Keeping hay fever under control is an important part of managing asthma and staying well.  For our “Eight Tips for People Living with Asthma & Hay Fever This Pollen Season": LINK IN STORY
🌿 TIP 1: Check the pollen forecast Monitor daily 🌿 TIP 1: Check the pollen forecast  Monitor daily pollen levels and limit outdoor activities on high pollen days, especially in the early morning when counts are often highest. This will help you plan your day and decide when it is safest to go outside.  Pollen season is here, and did you know that most people with asthma also have hay fever?  When it is not well controlled, hay fever can worsen asthma and may trigger serious or life-threatening attacks. Keeping hay fever under control is an important part of managing asthma and staying well.  For our “Eight Tips for People Living with Asthma & Hay Fever This Pollen Season”: LINK IN STORY.
Join us this World Asthma Day. On Tues May 5th As Join us this World Asthma Day.  On Tues May 5th Asthma Canada is hosting an evening reception in Toronto focused on connection, conversation, and learning. It is a chance to come together with members of the asthma community, share experiences, and gain insights to better understand and manage asthma.  We are also pleased to welcome Samir Gupta, Respirologist and Clinician Scientist at St. Michael’s Hospital and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, as our keynote speaker.  The event is free to attend and refreshments will be served.  📍 Mercatto, 101 College Street, Toronto
🕕 Tuesday, May 5, 6:00 PM ET  Register now: LINK IN STORY  We hope to see you there.  #asthma #WorldAsthmaDay #WorldAsthmaDay2026
Last chance to register: join us on Monday, April Last chance to register: join us on Monday, April 13 at 12:00 PM ET for Breathe Easy This Spring & Summer: Managing Asthma, Allergies & Hay Fever.  As pollen levels rise, managing asthma alongside allergies and hay fever becomes even more important. In this free webinar, you’ll hear from leading expert Dr. Susan Waserman and patient advocate Tristan Michelle Joseph, who will share practical tips and real-life insights on staying well this season.  You’ll learn how these conditions are connected, how to identify triggers, ways to prevent flare-ups, and when to seek care - plus why keeping your Asthma Action Plan up to date matters.  Register now: LINK IN STORY.
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