Asthma Australia Limited

Asthma Australia Limited is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with asthma in Australia. It serves as a peak consumer body for the country, focusing on providing education, support, and advocating for better asthma management practices.

History

Asthma Australia's origins date back to the mid-1900s, with formal foundations beginning in the 1960s. Over the years, it has evolved through mergers and collaborations with state-based foundations. In 2009, all state foundations agreed to work under a national body, leading to the formation of Asthma Australia Inc. By 2017, Asthma Australia became a unified national entity through the merger of several state foundations.

Mission and Vision

Asthma Australia's vision is to create a community free from asthma. To achieve this, the organization is committed to:

• Halving avoidable asthma-related hospital presentations by 2030.
• Educating the community to better understand asthma and respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Continuously improving asthma prevention and treatment outcomes.

Services

Asthma Australia offers a range of services:

• Advocacy: Supports individuals with asthma and their caregivers.
• Research Support: Funds research into the causes, prevention, and treatments of asthma.
• Education and Training: Provides educational resources and first aid training for managing asthma symptoms.
• Programs and Apps: Develops and offers apps to assist people with asthma and their caregivers.

Operations

Asthma Australia operates across New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, South Australia, and the Australian Capital Territory. It collaborates with Western Australia and the Northern Territory's asthma foundations to deliver evidence-based health strategies to more than half a million individuals annually. The organization works with people with asthma, families, health professionals, researchers, and governments to ensure the best possible outcomes for those living with asthma.

Asthma Australia is recognized for its contributions to improving asthma management and continues to play a significant role in Australian healthcare.

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