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National Asthma Council Australia

The National Asthma Council Australia (NAC) is a not-for-profit organisation working to improve health outcomes and quality of life for people with asthma.

As the trusted authority leading the attack against asthma, the NAC sets and disseminates the standards of care through our responsive and evidence-based asthma guidelines, practice tools and resources and renowned education program.

The NAC provides information and advice on managing asthma and allergies for children, adolescents and adults.

This includes how to videos on the use of various asthma medication, how to get an updated asthma action plan, and recognising the signs of a severe asthma attack and access to our First Aid Charts.

The National Asthma Council Australia is a collaboration of four member bodies:

  • Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy
  • Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association
  • The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia
  • The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Through its Sensitive Choice program, the NAC provides the public with the most up to date information about asthma and allergy management. Their iconic blue butterfly empowers people to make informed choices on what asthma and allergy-aware products and services are available, and to live better with asthma and allergies.

Vision and Mission

As the nation’s trusted authority in asthma management and care, the NAC are leading the attack against asthma to improve Australia’s capabilities in helping people with asthma to breathe well.

How the National Asthma Council Australia can help

  • provide relevant and accurate guidelines and advice
  • shape policy and practice as the responsive and trusted independent asthma authority
  • partner to address inequalities in asthma outcomes
  • cultivate an engaged and active network of contributors
  • maintain sound governance, culture and finances

Information / help lines

Email: nac@nationalasthma.org.au

Programs, apps and tools

Recommended links

Last reviewed: November 2022

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Using your medicines correctly - National Asthma Council Australia

Most asthma medicines are inhaled through the mouth using a handheld device called an inhaler or puffer.

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Dust mites trigger my asthma and allergies - National Asthma Council Australia

About dust mites Dust mites are microscopic creatures that feed off human skin scales. They are one of the most common allergen triggers for asthma, especially

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Gas stoves and asthma in children - National Asthma Council Australia

Most people know about pollen, dust mites and mould as triggers of their child’s asthma symptoms. But recent findings suggest that cooking with gas stoves, or e

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How to use a Standard MDI (puffer) and Spacer - National Asthma Council Australia

Using your inhaler (puffer) properly is important when you have asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). This short clip shows you how to use a

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Asthma Actions Plan - National Asthma Council Australia

Developing an asthma action plan with your doctor is important and should include a talk about your own circumstances including you asthma patterns and triggers

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How to use a Standard MDI (puffer) - National Asthma Council Australia

Using your inhaler (puffer) properly is important when you have asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). This short clip shows you how to use a

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Travel insurance - the fine print - National Asthma Council Australia

Whether for business or pleasure, thousands of Australians with asthma travel every year. People with asthma who travel interstate or overseas should consider t

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How to use Accuhaler - National Asthma Council Australia

Using your inhaler (puffer) properly is important when you have asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). This short video shows you how to use a

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Asthma is a treatable health condition - National Asthma Council Australia

The key to living with asthma is keeping it under control - learn about what causes your symptoms, how to avoid these triggers and how to use your medications

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Travelling and holidays - National Asthma Council Australia

What you need to know Travelling should be enjoyable and worry-free if you take a few precautions. Whether you are travelling interstate or overseas, here are

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