Interesting articles about respiratory related topics
23 May, 2024
Maddi has had more than 15 surgeries due to complications from her multiple respiratory conditions, but she is not giving up on her dream of being a zoo...
21 March, 2024
To celebrate 2024 International Women in Science Day, the Foundation spoke with four inspiring Kiwi women who are working in respiratory research and te...
10 July, 2023
Winter has seen the unwelcome return of RSV, a common virus that can cause serious respiratory issues for young children, older people and those with pr...
20 June, 2023
Occupational respiratory disease, which is any lung condition that occurs as a result of being exposed to toxins at work, is one of the main causes of w...
17 March, 2023
Sue Woodard is one of very few New Zealanders living with a disease she describes as the “non-contagious cousin” of tuberculosis. She is looking for ot...
28 February, 2023
Life has thrown some tough challenges at Kayla White, but the 13-year old’s determination and spirit have seen her fight to live the life she wants. He...
Wellington Edward Lee won the 'other respiratory' award at the 2023 national Respiratory Achievers' Awards for his services to the Cystic Fibrosis commu...
6 December, 2022
Childhood bronchiolitis is a chest infection caused by a virus that affects bronchioles, the small breathing tubes in the lungs....
16 June, 2022
Pneumonia is a serious illness that results in the hospitalisation of Kiwi kids every winter. In this article, we look at the causes and symptoms of thi...
The Ministry of Health is warning that Kiwis need to prepare for a tougher flu season this winter....
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