Our Health Services Team has been busy travelling this large State of ours, conducting education and training sessions in the areas that need it most - rural and remote WA.

Winter has officially begun and the Asthma Foundation WA is urging consumers to choose their winter heating options carefully as they can dramatically impact one’s health.

A study being conducted out of the Telethon Institute for Child Health Research is looking into exercise-related asthma in young children.

A recent study has measured health care utilisation levels in people with chronic health conditions, including asthma.

Researchers in Queensland are leading a world-first trial aimed at preventing high risk infants from developing asthma.

Asthma Educators Kay and Raelene spent a week in Albany at the end of February, delivering education and training to the area.

An internationally respected occupational cancer expert from The University of Western Australia will lead a team of researchers in investigating work-related asthma and cancer.

A professor who has helped thousands of children recover from breathing problems in Sheffield is leaving the city to take up a new job at the University of Western Australia.

There has been considerable media attention surrounding the asthma medication ‘Singulair’ and it’s potential effect on children and teenagers.

A recent study conducted by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has shown that those living in rural Western Australia are more likely to be hospitalised for asthma and COPD than those living in the city suburbs.

Western Australians are being encouraged to take advantage of this year's flu vaccine in the lead up to the winter.

This year's RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma was the most successful in the event's history - this would not have been possible without your support.

With less than 2 weeks to go until the 2013 RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma, we need your help to boost our fundraising!

With the 2013 RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma only 5 weeks away, we need your help to raise funds to support West Australians living with asthma!

The Telethon Institute for Child Health Research has just begun a study to investigate the link between Vitamin D deficiency and poor lung development in children.

The Asthma Foundation WA supports the decision from the Perth City Council to ban smoking in the three main malls of the CBD.

The West Perth office is currently closed due to the extensive renovations currently under way at the premises.

New research aimed at reducing the airway damage caused by asthma attacks in children has just begun at the Telethon Institute for Child Health Research in Western Australia.

GSK has initated a recall on selected batches of Ventolin and Asmol Inhalers

The Asthma Foundation WA offices in West Perth are being closed due to renovations

Registrations for the 2013 RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma are open now so it's time to get on your bike, register and start fundraising!

On Monday 12 November, two of the Foundation's Asthma Educators made the trek out to the dusty red town of Wiluna to deliver asthma education to occupants of the mining town.

Some very talented Murdoch Uni students have created a great video, promoting asthma awareness.

The Asthma Foundation WA invites you to attend Asthma Australia's national conference in March 2013 in Canberra.

An announcement by Federal Minister for Health Tanya Plibersek has given WA health research projects a massive boost.

The 48th Annual General Meeting of the Asthma Foundation WA was held last night, overlooking the city skyline from the stunning Royal Perth Yacht Club.

Thanks to the generosity of the people of Perth, more than $6,000 was raised for asthma during National Asthma Week 2012.

The Asthma Foundation WA team and an army of wonderful volunteers will be out on the streets of the Perth CBD tomorrow for the Annual National Asthma Week Street Appeal.

Rossana Hywood, Occupational First Aider at Sacred Heart College, has been rewarded for her leadership and commitment to enabling students with asthma to participate safely in school activities with a National Asthma Australia Award

As part of National Asthma Week, OurDeal Perth has thrown their support behind the Asthma Foundation WA!

This week is National Asthma Week and the Asthma Foundation WA is encouraging everyone to learn Asthma First Aid.

If someone you loved was having an asthma attack, would you know what to do?

New research out of the US has shown that proper asthma care and management can minimize the risk of night time symptoms that disrupt sleep.

The Tackling Asthma campaign is over for another year and the Asthma Foundation WA would like to say a huge thank you to the 14 Perth companies involved for their support in raising such a wonderful tally!

High Hospitalisation Rate for Children Due To Asthma Prompts Response from Asthma Foundation WA and Telethon

Promising news has emerged out of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research in Victoria on the treatment of asthma!

A recent study of over 1000 people has found that the majority of the population with asthma have a dangerously laid-back attitude towards their condition.

A recent article out of Darwin has shown that exposure to pet hair in the early stages of life can strengthen the immune system and help prevent childhood asthma.

If you saw the article on Channel 7's Today Tonight program last night, you may have a few questions about the use of fatty acids in treating asthma symptoms.

With winter now well and truly upon us, the Asthma Foundation WA urges everyone with asthma to make sure they have an updated Asthma Action Plan from their doctor.

AFWA staff members Kay White and Kara Pappagallo visited the WA Kimberley region in mid-May to provide asthma education to some of the most remote areas of WA.

The Asthma Foundation WA would like to take this special opportunity during National Volunteer Week to thank each and every one of our volunteers for the marvellous work they undertake for the Foundation.

The Asthma Foundation WA will unveil new research initiatives on World Asthma Day 2012.

Telethon Institute for Child Health Research scientist Dr Anthony Bosco has discovered a network of inflammatory genes that cause asthma attacks in children.

The RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma has this year celebrated record breaking success!

The Lung Institute of Western Australia is currently recruiting asthma patients for a placebo-controlled phase III trial, testing the efficacy of a monoclonal antibody in reducing airway inflammation and disease severity.

The fundraising tally for the 2012 RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma is really starting to tick along now!

The Asthma Foundation WA is delighted to announce a new fundraising initiative, proudly supported by Richard Graham, Head Coach of the Emirates Western Force!

Full Hike participants can now access the early morning train service to Mandurah for the RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma.

The Asthma Foundation WA would like to acknowledge the fundraising efforts of Natalie Sarstedt-McCarthy, who has raised more than $1,600 for the 2012 RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma since the launch of the event last month.

Registrations are now open for the 2012 RAC Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma!

Recent media has reported that salt therapy can be helpful to people with lung conditions such as asthma. There is no evidence to support this claim.

A big congratulations to those who have received funding from the Asthma Foundation WA for their research projects.

The Australia’s Mothers and Babies report (AIHW) was released today, with results showing that there has been a significant drop in the number of pregnant women smoking.

The Asthma Foundation WA wishes to advise individuals and families affected by asthma to ensure their asthma is well managed as the festive holiday season approaches.

The Asthma Foundation WA needs your support this Christmas!

There is some encouraging news for people living with asthma coming out of the UK as a result of extensive genetic research.

Asthma Foundation WA needs your help to improve the educational outcomes for children with asthma.

The Asthma Foundation WA has teamed up with Adventure World to offer some great prizes to AFWA members!

With the respiratory infection season now in full swing, parents should consider more intense monitoring of their children who have asthma, as these children may be less likely to respond to asthma medications if they have a cold, according to a study...

The Department of Pulmonary Physiology at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and the Department of Health are currently running a trial

1‐7 September marks National Asthma Week around the nation; a week when the Asthma Foundations of Australia ask the community to think about asthma and how it impacts on Australians. It is also the official start of Spring which is...

Asthma sufferers are being warned of a particularly dangerous couple of months ahead, with a high prevalence of cold and flu putting those with the condition at increased risk of serious attacks.

There has been much in the media in recent days concerning research into the use of Botox on the voicebox, as a means of treating asthma symptoms.which is very misleading

Respiratory Medicine at Princess Margaret Hospital and the Telethon Institute for Child health Research are needing research participants

There are a number of specific questions you should ask your doctor and they are:

Our education team is available to answer your asthma questions

Researchers from Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital are taking part in a national study that could identify a new treatment for people with asthma.

Despite suffering a loss against Melbourne this weekend, Fremantle have still managed to raise another $1200 for asthma...

In a move that will help drive home the message of “Asthma. It’s about time…” to more West Australians than ever before, the Asthma Foundation WA’s CEO David Johnson has announced...

The tackle video from last Sundays game

Thanks to the generous support of Telethon, the Asthma Foundation WA will be offering a FREE talk for parents and carers of children with asthma each month

Winter can be a tough time for people with asthma, as cold air and viruses are both very common asthma triggers.

The Department of Environment and Conservation is conducting a large number of prescribed burn-offs in WA’s South West at present.

The management and staff of the Asthma Foundation WA would like to take this special opportunity, during National Volunteer Week, to thank each and every one of our volunteers for the marvellous work they undertake for us.

With the onset of autumn and cooler weather, many parents find that their child’s asthma will start to flare up. Being aware of the following triggers will help you to manage asthma during the autumn months.

The WA Health Department is seeking to reassure parents about having their children vaccinated against the flu.

If you’re looking for an inexpensive night out of fun and excitement where you could win thousands of dollars in cash while supporting the Asthma Foundation WA, look no further than Cannington Bingo.

Thanks to the generous support of Telethon, the Asthma Foundation WA will be offering a FREE talk for parents and carers of children with asthma each month from May to October 2011 in our West Perth Offices.

The Asthma Foundation WA has welcomed Health Minister Nicola Roxon’s announcement today of the launch of the Federal Government’s first anti-smoking campaign aimed specifically at Indigenous Australians.

Were you one of the nearly 9,000 riders involved in this year's Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma? Check out some of the videos from the day to see if you can spot yourself, your friends or family members!

On Sunday 20th March, 8788 cyclists took to the freeways of Perth to participate in the annual Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma.

A new study on asthma has found children living in regional areas are less likely to develop asthma than those living in cities.

The 2011 Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma is being held on Sunday 20th March.

All the courses for 2011 have been finalised.

Do your employees know how to act during an asthma attack? If not, you should sign up for Asthma First Aid Training. In this hands on, one hour speed course you will gain the necessary skills to manage an asthma emergency and save lives.

As the bushfires in Perth's south east and north east are still burning out of control, the Asthma Foundation WA would like to remind people to be cautious of any exposure to smoke.

If someone in your workplace has an asthma attack, would you, or anyone else in your office, know how to save their life? Did you know that more than 550,000 work days are lost each year in Australia because of asthma?

The Asthma Foundation WA is on the lookout for businesses with similar values to form a long-term alliance.

The Federal Health Minister has released a statement advising parents of children with asthma to be prepared for the new school term.

A limited number of places are available to take part in one of WA’s most prolific charity fundraising events, the HBF Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma, by joining business and community leaders in becoming involved with Leaders of the Pack.

Would you like to help make the 2011 Freeway Bike for Asthma bigger and better than ever before?

The Asthma Foundation WA has launched its corporate membership initiative and as an incentive for the first ten companies to join, is offering two tickets to see either U2 or Rihanna in concert.

The WA bushfire season has already started and the Asthma Foundation WA is warning people with asthma to be cautious, as bushfire smoke can be a trigger for the condition.

The Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) has issued a smoke alert for the Greenbushes town site and parts of South Western Highway as a result of a fire that started overnight about 800km east of the town.

Registrations are now open for the 2011 Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma, which will be held on Sunday 20th March 2011.

Become a member today and win two tickets to see John Farnham live at Kings Park on Sunday 28th November!

The Asthma Foundation WA is excited to announce a competition for our new members.

Researchers in the USA have found that our lungs carry receptors for bitter taste, a discovery that could transform the way asthma is treated.

The Annual General Meeting of the Asthma Foundation WA was held last night at the Foundation's office in West Perth.

Two recent events committed to raising funds for Asthma Foundation WA have been great successes.

The Asthma Foundation of New South Wales’ fundraising ambassador Michael Cowan has been recognised for his efforts by being awarded the World Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year.

Next week is WA Week, with a series of events designed to promote and foster pride in our beautiful state.

Endeavour Financial Services is holding a family fun day on Saturday 23rd October. Entry is by gold coin donation, with all proceeds being donated to the Asthma Foundation of WA.

Busselton will be hosting a five-day lung and airway fibrosis event this month, with a range of speakers from around the world due to attend.

WA’s premier open water swimming event is just around the corner.

Claims that industrial pollution from Cockburn Cement causes asthma and other health problems are to be examined by a Parliamentary inquiry.

An updated information paper "Leukotriene receptor antagonists in the management of childhood asthma" has been released to reflect the most recent clinical evidence.

New legislation banning smoking from cars with children has been welcomed by the Asthma Foundation of WA.

If you are involved with Indigneous community events, why not apply for a grant from the Asthma Foundation of WA and make your event Smoke-Free.

Seventy percent of people with moderate to severe asthma surveyed recently reported a serious asthma attack within the past month.

Swimmer Ryan Napoleon has been reinstated into the Australian team in time for the Commonwealth Games, after taking an incorrectly labelled asthma medication.

The National Asthma Council has released new findings into generational attitudes to asthma management.

Why not learn more about controlling asthma by becoming a member of our community?