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You should seek the advice of your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider before starting any treatment or if you have any questions related to your health, physical fitness or medical conditions.AA (Asthma Association) was formed by a group of doctors to improve knowledge and awareness of asthmaAA and the Singapore National Asthma Programme (SNAP) launched a campaignstickers (in English, Mandarin and Malay) on the packaging of all inhalers. AAA Singapore, a not-for-profit organisation, was founded in 1993 and is the leading patient-centred organisation for people with asthma and allergies in Singapore.
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The death rate for children under 19 years old has increased by nearly 80% percent since 1980. 0000013519 00000 n
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Non-residents in Singapore develop increasing rates of sensitisation and atopy year on year when they move here,5 suggesting that the environment in Singapore is contributing to this allergic phenomenon. 0000016828 00000 n
More females die of asthma than males, and women account for nearly 65% of asthma …
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The Global Asthma Report highlights issues surrounding asthma, and provides an overview of what is known and uncertain about the causes and triggers of the disease, the global prevalence, the implementation of management guidelines, the progress being made and the significant challenges today and for the future. 0000118938 00000 n
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Attacks can range from mild to severe, and even result in death. 0000002481 00000 n
< AAA Singapore, a not-for-profit organisation, was founded in 1993 and is the leading patient-centred organisation for people with asthma and allergies in Singapore. We are concerned with:Managing allergies and asthma can be tough on your own. Since 1980 asthma death rates overall have increased more than 50% among all genders, age groups and ethnic groups. 0000082235 00000 n
Asthma can affect both children and adults, though it’s more common in children. AAA was formerly the Asthma Association (AA) initiated by a group of doctors to improve knowledge and awareness of asthma.AAA Singapore is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with asthma, rhinitis, eczema and food allergies through education and advocacy.Through educational programmes and tools, such as printed material and online resources, AAA helps caregivers and sufferers better manage asthma and allergies, and promotes community awareness of these conditions.AAA works with the government bodies to improve the quality of life. 0000005126 00000 n
Fact 8: The fundamental causes of asthma are not completely understood The strongest risk factors for developing asthma are exposure to indoor allergens such as house dust mites in bedding, carpets and stuffed furniture; pollution and pet dander; outdoor allergens such as pollens and moulds; tobacco smoke and chemical irritants in the workplace. AAA was formerly the Asthma Association (AA) initiated by a group of doctors to improve knowledge and awareness of asthma. Albuterol (AccuNeb) and levalbuterol (Xopenex) are closely related medications used for quick relief of asthma symptoms. We are able to offer our services thanks to:Recognizing the rising prevalence of allergic disorders, like eczema, rhinitis and food allergy, which are co-morbidities of asthma, The information provided on this website is meant purely for educational purposes and may not be used as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. 0000002871 00000 n
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An estimated 235 million people worldwide are affected by asthma. 0000011859 00000 n
In Singapore, asthma affects approximately 5% of adults and 20% of children.
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Fact file on asthma: 10 images and key facts.
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asthma,5 making Singapore one of the highest asthma prevalence communities in the world. 0000001691 00000 n
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