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ASTHMA WEEK 2026: SHINING A LIGHT ON ASTHMA AND WOMEN

1 in 5 Australian women live with asthma, and women are twice as likely to die from asthma as men.

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KATHRYN’S STORY OF HORMONES AND ASTHMA

In this two-part series, Kathryn shares her asthma stories during pregnancy and menopause.

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SHE NEEDS TO BREATHE CAMPAIGN

Hormonal changes at puberty, pregnancy and menopause can all change how asthma affects you. It’s time to put asthma on the women’s health agenda! 

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HELP SAVE THE NATIONAL ASTHMA MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

By taking a moment to share your asthma story, you help your elected representative understand the real impact of asthma.

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DO THE ASTHMA QUIZ

Check in on your asthma health and see if you may need to book a review with your doctor.

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SMARTER ORAL STEROID USE

Just four courses can increase your risk of long-term side effects. How close are you to reaching the toxic threshold?

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News & Media

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01/09/2026

Asthma Week 2026 – The Health Check Women Keep Missing

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31/08/2026

“Nobody put two and two together”: Kathryn’s story of asthma and menopause

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“I just wanted to know they were OK”: Kathryn’s story of asthma and pregnancy

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05/08/2026

As emergency departments hit record demand, Asthma Australia calls for greater investment in preventive respiratory care

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