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Meeting people where they are

I still remember my very first day working on my own. I found myself standing in front of more than 150 teachers, delivering an asthma education session. Looking back now, it was the beginning of a journey that has taken…
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Medical Forum – Bridging gaps in children’s asthma care

This article was authored by Dr Stephen Oo and Rael Rivers and featured on Medical Forum.Our experience indicates that improved access to appropriate testing, earlier referral pathways, and coordinated care are keys to better outcomes. Currently, in paediatric asthma, there…
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Free flu and RSV immunisation programs available

As winter settles across Western Australia, respiratory illnesses such as influenza and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) become more common in our communities. For many people, particularly young children, older adults and those living with asthma, COPD and other respiratory conditions,…
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Specialist respiratory clinics for Albany families as winter sets in

Respiratory Care WA is returning to Albany for its second children’s respiratory specialist clinic, supporting families across the Great Southern as winter sets in. Supported by Telethon, the clinics will run over two days, from 4–5 June at Albany Health…
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Take a Deep Breath for Asthma Awareness

Asthma affects one in nine Australians and remains one of the nation’s most common chronic conditions. Yet, many people continue to live with symptoms they do not fully recognise or understand. This World Asthma Day, Western Australians are being encouraged…
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Referrals to Respiratory Care WA moving to HealthLink

Effective from 1 May 2026, all referrals to Respiratory Care WA will transition to submission via HealthLink, streamlining the process for referring health professionals. HealthLink: waasthma  Fax: (08) 9289 3601 This change is designed to improve efficiency and support a more…
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Healthy Lungs, Healthy Planet: Why Good Asthma Control Matters Webinar

Did you know that poorly controlled asthma has a larger carbon footprint than well-controlled asthma? In Australia alone, emissions from short-acting reliever inhalers are estimated to equal more than 350,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year.For World Asthma Day, Respiratory…
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Balancing the Scales: Redefining success on my own terms

This International Women’s Day, as we reflect on Balancing the Scales, Carole shares her journey of redefining success and reclaiming value, building a life where meaningful work, family and small business can coexist. Not perfectly, but sustainably. Not equally measured…
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We spend 90% of our time indoors — Why indoor air quality matters for asthma and COPD

Australians spend 90% of their time indoors , whether at home, work, school, in public buildings or in transport. Yet indoor air quality is often overlooked, despite the impact it can have on our health and breathing. Many people are…
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Respiratory Care WA welcomes Mike Erickson to the Board

Mike is a mining executive and company director with 40 years’ experience in the resources sector. A geologist by training, he brings extensive operational leadership experience across the industry. He previously served as Senior Vice President, Australian Region at AngloGold…
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Respiratory Care WA expands regional reach with first specialist children’s pop-up clinic in Albany

Respiratory Care WA is beginning the year by expanding specialist respiratory services to Albany, delivering the organisation’s first children’s specialist clinic in Western Australia’s Great Southern region. Supported by Telethon, the clinics will run over two days, from 22 to…
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Creating an asthma-aware school. Why awareness and preparation matter

Colleen, a teacher who lives with asthma, knows how quickly symptoms can appear and how important it is to feel prepared, especially in the classroom. Drawing on her experiences and Respiratory Care WA training, she shares insights on creating a…
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