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Asthma

Asthma symptoms can include a cough, wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness. Learn more about asthma symptoms, causes and treatment options.

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Medicines for asthma

Asthma medicines include relievers and preventers. Most asthma medicines come in inhalers or ‘puffers’. Read about how medicines for asthma are used.

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Asthma and pregnancy

Most asthma medicines are safe for both you and your baby during pregnancy. Find out about asthma during pregnancy and how to manage it.

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Asthma in children

Find out more about the signs and symptoms of asthma, aids and tips to help you care for your child and what to do if your child has an asthma attack.

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Thunderstorm asthma

Thunderstorm asthma happens when there are thunderstorms and a high pollen count. Learn more about its symptoms and treatment options.

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Inhaler devices

Inhalers are devices that let you breathe in medicine. See how to use them to better treat or relieve your asthma and other lung disease symptoms.

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Dust storms

A dust storm reduces the quality of the air that we breathe, which can cause health problems. Learn how to protect yourself in a dust storm.

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Keeping healthy and safe with pets and other animals

Staying safe and healthy with pets and animals. Learn how to manage animal bites, reduce infections and keep children safe around pets.

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Lung conditions

Learn all about lung conditions and diseases, such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, whooping cough and more.

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Allergies

Information about allergy types, as well as allergy testing, anaphylaxis, antihistamines and common related conditions such as asthma and hay fever.

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