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GET INVOLVED
The National Asthma Patient Alliance (NAPA) is a group of Canadians who have asthma, or care about someone with asthma. Sign up to receive your free NAPA membership including our e-newsletter, as well as advocacy and volunteer opportunities. Click here
If you are active with your asthma, we’d love you to join Team Asthma! We are a network of active Canadians who proudly wear the Team Asthma logo and prove that asthma does not stop us from achieving our goals. Sign up and get more information today! Click here
Follow Team Asthma member and long distance runner John Healy’s blog as he trains to run with asthma. Click Here
Do you want asthma information kits to share with friends and family to help them manage their asthma? The Asthma Ambassadors is a peer-to-peer support and education program. For more information on how you can help Click Here!
ASTHMA PATIENT RESEARCH
The Social Support Research Program at the University of Alberta, in partnership with Anaphlaxis Canada and the Asthma Society, is working to help children and youth manage asthma and severe allergies.
We are developing online support programs for children (7-11) and youth (12-15). The support program includes 8 sessions over 8 weeks from Oct-Nov 2012.
For more information please Click here
ASTHMA SOCIETY VOLUNTEERS
Sign-up today to volunteer with the Asthma Society of Canada. Your help can make a difference.
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ASTHMA SOCIETY NEWS
Asthma Action Plans help sufferers manager their conditions. Learn more in this news story. Click here
Despite the new Texas study, asthma patients are advised to consult with their doctor before changing their Asthma Management Plan. Click here
Back to School can mean Back to Asthma: Prepare your child for the September Peak. Learn more about how you can help your kids control their asthma as they head back to the classroom this month. Click here
The Asthma Society of Canada participated in the World Congress of Asthma held August 18-21, 2012 in Quebec City, Quebec. 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
Read ASC President & CEO Dr. Robert Oliphant's editorial in the Hamilton Spectator discussing the dangers of coal-fired power plants and the need for renewable energy. Click here
Watch ASC President & CEO Dr. Robert Oliphant on The Weather Network discussing allergies, air quality and asthma. Click here
Asthma Society of Canada donates a spirometer to the Markham Stouffville Hospital on World Spirometry Day - June 27, 2012. Click here
Senator James Cowan supports Asthma Awareness Month with a statement in the Canadian Senate on May 16, 2012. To view his statement, Click here.
Following a successful intervention by the Asthma Society, the Canadian Transportation Agency issued a decision requiring Air Canada and WestJet to adjust their policies regarding cats traveling onboard their aircraft. Learn more |
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RESEARCH PROJECTS
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.
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
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.
Click here for the Final Report.
Taking Control - Living Well with Severe Asthma (2009)
View the video & accompanying booklet online:
English: Booklet / Video
Francais: Brochure / Vidéo
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon
On October 14, 2012 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.
FREE Toronto Running Clinic
Join elite runner and former running coach John Healy for a series of free tune-up runs for the Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Clinics run Monday September 10, 17, 24 and October 1 and 8 at 6:30pm meeting at St. Louis Bar and Grill in The Beach (1963 Queen Street East). RSVP preferred but not required teamasthma@asthma.ca.
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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