The latest news and updates from Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ
16 September, 2024
The number of New Zealanders suffering from respiratory disease is far worse than previously thought, with around 1 million Kiwis affected, a new report...
15 September, 2024
An airborne lung infection left 6-year-old Lara Mead fighting for her life, with her mum being told to prepare for the worst. Mead, now 28 years old, r...
29 May, 2024
There was a 17 per cent decrease in hospital admissions in NZ for asthma between 2019 and 2022, proving Aotearoa is leading the way in effective asthma ...
24 May, 2024
This evening honoured and celebrated the achievements of New Zealanders living with respiratory conditions....
14 May, 2024
"While these heaters might be cheap to buy, the cost to your respiratory health could be high."...
6 May, 2024
11-year-old Jamie Ross’ lips turned blue, and he couldn’t catch his breath. Not even his mum - a nurse - and his dad - a paramedic - could help....
12 March, 2024
Daikin has re-signed as a bronze sponsor of the Foundation’s Friends of the Foundation programme....
6 March, 2024
Children up to 12 years old, and all Māori and Pacific people aged between 55 and 64, miss out on free flu vaccinations this year....
27 February, 2024
Five small words from a doctor provided Josh Brodie with all the motivation he needed to prove he could achieve his dreams....
16 February, 2024
Take precautions for your health by closing windows and doors if you are inside, wearing a N95 (or KN95) if you are outside, and always carrying your me...
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