Asthma

Further Resources

Organisations, including services and resources available

Helpful Resources

Asthma Victoria has a HelpLine available Monday to Friday, during business hours.

If you have any asthma related questions ring 9326 7088, or toll free 1800 645 130

Video’s:

Get a Life
Understanding and managing asthma can be a very daunting for a young person who wants to get out and enjoy life. This video has been produced with the support of young people to know what asthma is and how to manage it. This video has some simple but effective strategies for living with asthma and shows how to manage asthma during an asthma attack (available through Asthma Victoria, 1800 645 130).

Speaking from Experience
Asthma is the most common chronic illness in children and adolescents and the leading cause of childhood admission to hospitals. In this Speaking From Experience video parents and young people themselves offer candid accounts of their experiences surrounding diagnosis, treatment, schooling, medication, self-management and their thoughts of the future (available through Asthma Victoria, 1800 645 130).

Why me
This video explains what asthma is and what you need to do to continue living a healthy, normal life. Real life case studies provide excellent examples and latest treatments are outlined. Why me? – Asthma was produced with the guidance of Asthma Victoria and the National Asthma Council (NAC). You can call your local Asthma Foundation on 1800 645 130 or visit the NAC website at www.nationalasthma.org.au

Reading:

Asthma and Allergies for Dummies, written in collaboration between Asthma Victoria and Dr William E., Berger (2003).
An easy to read resource that outlines everything you need to know about allergy, asthma and more (available through Asthma Victoria, 1800 645 130).

There are two resources available for children including Brenda’s Big Book which written for children in grades prep – two and Can you find trigger written for children under six.

The Asthma Foundation of Victoria has many brochures and information sheets available on request. Most are also available on the Asthma Victoria website www.asthma.org.au