Bronchial asthma and cardiac asthma
Bronchial asthma is another name for asthma. The term ‘bronchial’ is occasionally used to differentiate it from what is sometimes
Asthma and gastro-oesophageal reflux
The asthma-GORD connection Asthma and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) often occur together and medical researchers have been trying to unravel
Asthma, pregnancy and breastfeeding
Your asthma severity can change during pregnancy, so it’s a good idea to enlist the help of your doctor to
Can you overuse your blue asthma puffer?
The blue puffer – known as a reliever – should only be used when a person with asthma is wheezing
Are people with asthma more at risk of COVID-19?
Video transcript Dr Norman Swan The question of whether asthma makes you more at risk of COVID-19 disease waxes and
Asthma and sleep
Pediatric asthma is a common respiratory condition and while there are guidelines and treatments available, many people live with poorly
Asthma control in Australia
Asthma is a common chronic disease in Australia, affecting around one in nine Australians. It is a major cause of
A message from thunderstorm asthma
When Melbourne experienced what’s called a thunderstorm asthma event thousands of people turned up in emergency departments, there were hundreds
Asthma in children
Asthma is relatively common in children. Although it is a serious medical condition, asthma can be well controlled, allowing your
Asthma in teenagers
Dealing with asthma can be difficult for anybody, and for teenagers it may be accompanied by embarrassment and confusion. Here