Asthma Canada

Green Ribbon Panel Unveils New Policy Recommendations for Green Economic Growth on World Asthma Day

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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Today, World Asthma Day, the Green Ribbon Panel announced its continued work to advance policy recommendations that keep Canadians’ air clean while also supporting economic growth.

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  • Today, World Asthma Day, the Green Ribbon Panel announced its continued work to advance policy recommendations that keep Canadians’ air clean while also supporting economic growth.
  • On World Asthma Day, I’m pleased to see the Green Ribbon Panel continue to advance these recommendations that will help us all breathe a little easier.”
    Launched at an Empire Club of Canada event today in Toronto, the new report, titled Preserving progress and maintaining momentum , provides an update on its 2022 recommendations from the economic and environmental leaders that serve as members of the Green Ribbon Panel.
  • “The past two years have seen immense progress when it comes to creating the policy conditions needed to advance a clean economy,” said James Scongack, Chair of the Green Ribbon Panel.
  • Members of the Green Ribbon Panel:

WORLD ASTHMA DAY: 2 million Canadians Living with Uncontrolled Asthma Urged to Take Control of their Condition

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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TORONTO, May 7, 2024 /CNW/ - This World Asthma Day, Asthma Canada is calling on the approximately 2 million Canadians living with uncontrolled asthma, to take control of their condition to live their best quality of life – symptom free.

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  • TORONTO, May 7, 2024 /CNW/ - This World Asthma Day, Asthma Canada is calling on the approximately 2 million Canadians living with uncontrolled asthma, to take control of their condition to live their best quality of life – symptom free.
  • "Many Canadians living with asthma have accepted poor control as part of living with the condition.
  • For those who suspect they have uncontrolled asthma, Asthma Canada recommends visiting asthma.ca to download a free Asthma Action Plan and speaking to their healthcare professional about their asthma management.
  • These recommendations if implemented, would ensure Canadians living with uncontrolled asthma can achieve better control and live a better quality of life - symptom free.

National Lung Health Alliance to Lobby Parliament Hill: An Urgent Call to Prioritize Canadian Lung Health

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2023 /CNW/ - The Lung Health Foundation has spearheaded the formation of the National Lung Health Alliance (NLHA), a groundbreaking coalition of organizations committed to the urgent improvement of lung health across Canada.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 17, 2023 /CNW/ - The Lung Health Foundation has spearheaded the formation of the National Lung Health Alliance (NLHA), a groundbreaking coalition of organizations committed to the urgent improvement of lung health across Canada.
  • The National Lung Health Alliance stands as a testament to the unity and shared purpose of various provincial and national associations.
  • Members of NLHA include: Alberta Lung, BC Lung Foundation, Lung Health Foundation, Lung NSPEI, Lung Sask, NB Lung and Association pulmonaire du Québec and national members Lung Cancer Canada, Asthma Canada and COPD Canada.
  • The Alliance, fostered by the efforts of the Lung Health Foundation, aims to illuminate the pressing nature of lung health issues, showcasing some areas of urgent concern.

Asthma Canada and Fellowes Canada Announces Partnership in Support of Community Health

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Asthma Canada; as a leading national health organization dedicated to improving the lives of Canadians affected by asthma and allergies, are pleased to announce a crucial partnership aimed at enhancing community health and well-being.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - Asthma Canada; as a leading national health organization dedicated to improving the lives of Canadians affected by asthma and allergies, are pleased to announce a crucial partnership aimed at enhancing community health and well-being.
  • Inclusivity and Support: Asthma Canada and Fellowes are committed to reaching those who are most vulnerable within our communities.
  • Asthma Canada remains deeply committed to its mission of enhancing the quality of life for Canadians living with asthma and allergies.
  • For more information about Asthma Canada and the air purifiers donated by Fellowes, please visit https://asthma.ca/fellowes

Asthma Canada calls on policy makers to ensure Canadians have access to high-quality respiratory care, when and where they need it

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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A recent study Asthma Canada participated in shows high consensus for Canadians living with asthma and severe asthma to have access to specialist care within the optimal period of 4-8 weeks.

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  • A recent study Asthma Canada participated in shows high consensus for Canadians living with asthma and severe asthma to have access to specialist care within the optimal period of 4-8 weeks.
  • We need concerted action to ensure all Canadians living with asthma have access to the quality and timely care they need."
  • For nearly 50 years, Asthma Canada has proudly served as the national voice for Canadians living with asthma.
  • This World Asthma Canada Day we are calling on policy makers to make asthma care a priority and act on the recommendations for high-quality care in the consensus statements study .

Canadian doctors call for tobacco-style ban on fossil fuel advertising in Canada

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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The signatories to today's open letter are calling for a ban on fossil fuel ads for similar reasons.

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  • The signatories to today's open letter are calling for a ban on fossil fuel ads for similar reasons.
  • The open letter proposes a comprehensive ban on fossil fuel advertising including ads for gasoline, fossil fuel utilities, and gas-powered vehicles.
  • The letter kicks off the Fossil Fuel Ads Make Us Sick campaign the first fossil fuel ad-ban campaign in the world led by health professionals.
  • It is our collective responsibility to create change at a systemic level, starting with the banning of fossil fuel advertising in Canada."

Bruce Power Net Zero Inc. launched to leverage the role of nuclear to fight climate change

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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Todays launch of Bruce Power Net Zero Inc. moves us one step closer to Net Zero by 2027 by building off Bruce Powers foundational nuclear output as a key enabler of decarbonisation.

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  • Todays launch of Bruce Power Net Zero Inc. moves us one step closer to Net Zero by 2027 by building off Bruce Powers foundational nuclear output as a key enabler of decarbonisation.
  • Bruce Power is demonstrating leadership with its commitment to reach Net Zero emissions by 2027, and todays launch of Bruce Power Net Zero Inc. is another step toward finding innovative pathways to help Ontario decarbonize, said Hon.
  • Bruce Power Net Zero Inc. will leverage investment to generate pathways to achieve Net Zero GHG emissions from the Bruce Power site by 2027.
  • About Bruce Power Net Zero Inc.
    Bruce Power Net Zero Inc. is focused on unlocking the potential of other complementary technologies to nuclear including storage, renewables, hydrogen, and electrified transportation to achieve a Net Zero future.

AAFA Meets Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month with 31 DAYS OF ACTION

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
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b"Washington, D.C, April 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month .

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  • b"Washington, D.C, April 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month .
  • This year the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is encouraging everyone to look at this honorary month as more than a label.
  • Awareness month is an opportunity to make a difference for Americans living with asthma and allergies.\nAAFA's giving people the tools to take action during 31 days of activism, education, and fundraising campaigns.
  • AAFA is the only asthma and allergy patient advocacy group that is certified to meet the standards of excellence set by the National Health Council.

Allergy & Asthma Network Launches First Nationwide Asthma Awareness Month Virtual Fitness Challenge

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Monday, April 12, 2021
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b"VIENNA, Va., April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This May, Allergy & Asthma Network will celebrate Asthma Awareness Month with its first-ever Virtual Fitness Challenge.

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  • b"VIENNA, Va., April 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This May, Allergy & Asthma Network will celebrate Asthma Awareness Month with its first-ever Virtual Fitness Challenge.
  • The month-long initiative encourages people to get active and live healthier while supporting Allergy & Asthma Network.
  • All proceeds will go to the Network's outreach, education, advocacy and research programs.\nAllergy & Asthma Network is teaming up with Virginia-based certified personal trainer Shannon Simpson to develop the online fitness program.
  • Health benefits include:\nRegistration for the Virtual Fitness Challenge is $20.00.

American Lung Association to Reduce Asthma-related ER and Hospital Visits for Communities Most Burdened by Asthma

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Thursday, April 8, 2021
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Without proper management of the disease, asthma symptoms can worsen and result in asthma attacks, emergency department and hospital visits.

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  • Without proper management of the disease, asthma symptoms can worsen and result in asthma attacks, emergency department and hospital visits.
  • In an effort to improve health and prevent asthma-related emergency department and hospital visits, especially for those most impacted, the American Lung Association is expanding its asthma intervention work with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
  • The American Lung Association's Promoting Asthma Friendly Environments through Partnerships and Collaborations project received a five-year, $1 million cooperative agreement from the CDC's National Asthma Control Program.
  • The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research.