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ASTHMA SOCIETY NEWS
ASC joined organizations across Ontario in calling on all GTHA elected officials to address gridlock with this open letter.
The Asthma Society of Canada is endorsing the Asthma Consultation Program proposed by British Columbia's pharmacists. Click here.
Asthma Society partners with University of Alberta and Anaphylaxis Canada to pilot an innovative project that helps children with asthma and severe allergies. Click here.
The Asthma Society of Canada encourages all Canadians with asthma to take control today! To learn more Click here.
For information about World Asthma Day on May 7th and Asthma Awareness Month click here.
The Asthma Society of Canada proudly announces a new resource: Breath Easy - Self-Advocacy Guide for Canadians with Asthma.
New Report co-authored by the Asthma Society with partners from the Pembina Institute, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, and the Lung Association of Alberta shows that the health and climate impacts from coal power costs Alberta millions.
Asthma Society registers Team Asthma for the charity races across Canada. Click here for information on which races we've entered and how you can raise money as part of Team Asthma.
Read about important updates to Air Canada and WestJet policies on
receiving accommodation for your severe allergy to cats." With the
following link: Click here.
The National Asthma Patient Alliance held its 5th Anniversary Meeting in Quebec City on August 18th. Read more about the experience from NAPA Executive Member Kerri MacKay. Click here
Click here for more news.
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RESEARCH PROJECTS
Sustainable Online Support for Children and Adolescents affected by Asthma and Allergies (2012). The Social Support Research Program at the University of Alberta, in partnership with the Asthma Society of Canada and Anaphylaxis Canada is working to help children and youth manage asthma and severe allergies. In the fall of 2012, we successfully launched a pilot online peer-mentoring project with 30 children, 7-12, from across Canada with asthma and severe allergies at risk of anaphylaxis. Click Here for more information.
Asthma Education on Triggers, Environmental Control and Asthma Management: Two Tools Designed by and for First Nations Communities (2012). Developed a new culturally relevant "Asthma Triggers" workbook for First Nations. and adapt, develop and test the "Roaring Adventures of Puff" in as a new version titled Legend of Tahnee, the Wolf: My Asthma Journey. Click here for the Executive Summary.
The Respiratory Health Awareness Community Outreach and Engagement Model in First Nations, Inuit and Métis Communities: Pilot Intervention (2012)
Building on our Phase I project with the National Lung Health Framework, developed and piloted a new Respiratory Health Awareness Model and Tool-Kit of resources in 7 First Nation, Innuit and Métis communities across Canada. Click here for the Summary Report.
Air Quality Health Index awareness and promotion to Canadians with chronic respiratory disease (2011 and 2012)
Developed resources for individuals with chronic respiratory conditions, particularly asthma and/or associated allergies, to provide them with information about the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI).
Click here for the Final Report.
Air Quality Heath Index and the 20/20 Way to Clean Air Campaign for Urban First Nations and for Participants in Marathons, Runs and Walks in the City of Toronto (Two projects - Summer/Fall 2012)
In partnership with Toronto Public Health working to raise awareness about air pollution and respiratory health in First Nations people and among athletes participating in Toronto organized runs and walks.
Click here for the First Nations Final Report and Click here for the Organized Race Events Final Report.
Air Quality Heath Index and the 20/20 Way to Clean Air Campaign for First Nations people and Chinese community members with asthma and associated allergies residing in GTA (June 2011)
In partnership with Toronto Public Health worked to raise awareness about air pollution and respiratory health in First Nations people and Chinese community members.
Click here for the Final Report.
An Exploration of First Nations and Inuit Perspectives on Community Respiratory Health Initiatives (National Lung Health Framework project) (2010)
Lead organization performing a baseline needs assessment on the kind and type of resources and materials for First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
Click here for the Executive Summary
Click here for the Project Fact Sheet
Click here for the Final Report
A Shared Voice (June 2010)
Collected background information about existing asthma education resources for First Nations and Inuit community members, and identified how to make them culturally appropriate.
Click here for the Summary Report.
Moving Asthma Issues Forward (2010)
2010 patient survey of NAPA members, their concerns and priorities for advocacy.
Click here to view the survey results.
The Partnership in Lung Age Testing and Education (PLATE) Programme (2010)
A one year project to determine effectiveness of a population-based approach to the management of asthma, associated allergies and COPD.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Taking Control - Living Well with Severe Asthma. View the video & accompanying booklet online:
English: Booklet / Video
Francais: Brochure / Vidéo
Contact us to receive your own DVD copy.
Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly
This interactive site is full of easy to navigate features to help visitors find information they may need about Certified Asthma & Allergy friendly™ products.
Learn More > >
Allergies Count Too (ACT) provides people with asthma and/or allergies, their family members and health care professionals with relevant, up-to-date information about asthma, as well as enhanced education and support for allergy management. Click Here
Self-Advocacy Guide
The Asthma Society proudly announces a new resource for people with asthma.
Breathe Easy – Self-Advocacy Guide for Canadians with Asthma is a 36-page handbook which will help guide you through complex healthcare systems and learn about the people who can help you control your asthma.
Walking A Good Walk With Asthma
The Asthma Society is pleased to announce the release of a new resource: Walking A Good Walk with Asthma, an educational workbook. Designed by and for First Nation communities who worked with the Asthma Society to adapt our Triggers booklet, this workbook is culturally relevant, easy to read and highlights personal stories from First Nations community members living with asthma.
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EVENTS
Team Asthma Charity Races:
Join Team Asthma at various races across Canada, raising money in support of the 3 million Canadians living with asthma. Click here for more information.
Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon
On October 20, 2013 join Team Asthma for the marathon, half-marathon or 5k race and help prove that people with asthma can train, compete and be physically active. Register for free by committing to raise $200 for the Asthma Society. Email noah@asthma.ca for more details.
Asthma Society of Canada Fundraising Event in Hamilton:
Monster Mash in Memory of Morgan, October 27, 2012 at Oakwood Place
Howard “Morgan” Henry lost his life in 2011 due to a severe asthma attack. His death was an unexpected tragedy, very difficult for his family and friends. They have chosen to honour his memory by raising funds to assist the Asthma Society of Canada in its ongoing work to help others BREATHE EASY.
To find out more about the event visit: facebook.com and to support it, click here: canadahelps.org
The 2012 Canadian Health Policy Assembly:
Focus on Chronic Disease
Banff, November 8-10, 2012
Session: Treating the Patient and not just the Symptoms
Mini-Keynote: Carole Estabrooks, University of Alberta
Moderator: Anne Snowdon, Richard Ivey School of Business
Panellists: Rob Oliphant, Asthma Society of Canada; Cathy Fooks, The Change Foundation; Anna Reid, Canadian Medical Association; Don Ford, CECCAC, Ontario
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Publications
We have developed a variety of free educational materials and resources that provide Canadians with the latest asthma news and information.
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