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Stigma, a hidden burden for people with asthma
This Asthma Week (1-7 September) we’re sharing valuable information about how stigma affects the health of people living with…
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Author: Daniel O'Sullivan
Posts by Daniel O'Sullivan
Workplace stigma leaving people with asthma confused about taking sick leave
When Susan* needed time off from her nursing work to deal with her asthma, she was told she was “stupid”…
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“I literally turn away or hide” – Stigma surrounding puffer use is a barrier to better treatment
This Asthma Week, Asthma Australia is confronting the stigmas around common devices used to treat asthma, including puffers and…
Spotlight on our Fundraisers: Natalie Coall & Nathan Symonds
In 2020, 417 people lost their lives to asthma. Natalie & Nathan also had to face this heart-breaking loss….
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Welcoming our new COO – Doris Whitmore
We recently welcomed our new Chief Operations Officer, Doris Whitmore to the team. Get to know her better below….
Paramedic urges: don’t delay asking your doctor about asthma
Jude Barnes often pulls long overnight shifts as a paramedic in Hobart, responding to people in medical crisis, including…
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Music legends, Grammy awards, and an unusual asthma trigger
Long-time sound engineer John Hudson recalls a day when a young singer arrived at the Mayfair Recording Studio in…
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NAIDOC Week – Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up! Asthma Australia celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff
In honour of NAIDOC week, we are celebrating our amazing Graphic Designer Danielle. As well as being incredibly talented at creating Asthma Australia’s visual…
Breathing in Cold Weather Q&A
Breathing in cold weather comes with many challenges, particularly for people with asthma. Not only is cold air a…
Judy Jensen: Deep breathing and exercise helps manage my asthma
For proud Melbourne grandmother Judy Jensen, an active exercise regime that includes deep breathing, as part of her overall asthma…
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