Asthma and respiratory diseases are two of the leading causes of sickness and death in New Zealand

1 in 7

have a respiratory disease

3rd

most common cause of death

$7B

cost to country each year

1 in 8

children have asthma

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Nick Ashill: From Perth to Bondi

“Every step I take in April, May and June will symbolise the everyday struggles and challenges faced by those living with a respiratory condition." Find out more and show your support.

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2024 World Asthma Day

Help us raise $20,000 to allow close to 150 healthcare heroes to undertake a 12-hour course that provides critical education on asthma and COPD management. Donate here.

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Help us save lives this World Asthma Day - and be in to win!

Donate to World Asthma Day and help us raise funds to train our healthcare heroes. Your donation will directly impact the lives of those struggling with asthma in our communities where health inequality is at its worst.

Help us reach our goal of $20,000 which will up-skill close to 150 health professionals nationwide and will put you in the draw to WIN some awesome prizes!

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