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Childhood Asthma and breaking SABA overreliance

Despite the fact that we have evidence-based medicines to treat Asthma, an alarming number of adults and children still die from Asthma every year. With up to 30 % of the population affected in certain countries, low-income countries needs to reshape their approach to Asthma management.

Doctor weighs in on asthma control and new treatment strategies

Johannesburg-based GP, Dr Marlin McKay, shares what has to be done to achieve better Asthma control and explains the new treatment strategies that are being followed to reduce risks and attacks.

Over-reliance on reliever pumps linked to increased risk of Asthma attacks

The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) Guidelines have overturned decades of asthma care and represent the most significant change in asthma management in over 30 years.

Debunking Asthma myths

Johannesburg-based GP Doctor Marlin McKay tackles some common Asthma myths, providing guidance for asthmatics and those who care for them.

Important links

National Asthma Education Programme

Allergy Society of South Africa

Allergy Foundation of South Africa

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Types of Asthma

Asthma can affect people of all ages, and it can affect each person differently. Whether you have been suffering with Asthma since childhood, or developed severe forms of Asthma later in life, knowing more about the condition is the first step in keeping it under control.

Living with Asthma

It is possible to live well with Asthma if you manage it. That means you need a doctor trained to treat Asthma, a treatment plan and to stick with that plan. If you are proactive, you can reduce Asthma attacks, reduce illness and ER visits and live a full life.