Asthma

New research suggests short-acting asthma inhalers are being overused and long-acting ones are underutilised, especially for Māori and Pacific peoples 

Digital reminder technology can halve the risk of asthma attacks, a review led by University of Auckland School of Pharmacy senior clinical research fellow Amy Chan has found.

Digital-reminder technology can halve the risk of asthma attacks, a review led by University of Auckland School of Pharmacy senior clinical research fellow Amy Chan has found

Asthma and Respiratory Foundation’s (ARFNZ) annual Breathe Better September campaign wrapped up last week, raising over $15,500 in donations, with a record 267 Better Breathing Heroes taking part

World Asthma Day is coming up on 4 May, and Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ (ARFNZ) is urging Kiwis to get sporty for a good cause

The results of a report showing high rates for tooth decay, respiratory conditions like asthma and skin infections in New Zealand children is not “new news” for Auckland nurse Pat Mitchell 

Unichem Russell Street Pharmacy was recently presented with the Supreme Award at the Hawke's Bay Health Awards for its respiratory “warrant of fitness” initiative. 

A recent change in indication now allows GPs to prescribe the combination medicine Symbicort Turbuhaler for patients with mild asthma 

A Hawke’s Bay pharmacy inviting families of asthmatic Māori and Pasifika children to take part in an “warrant of fitness” check led to 80 per cent of children improving their asthma control

A Hawke’s Bay pharmacy is offering a new service aimed at improving health outcomes for asthmatic Māori and Pasifika children