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Go to journals and other references for publication details of research into this condition.

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organisations

Asthma UK
70 Wilson Street
London EC2A 2DB
Helpline: 0845 7 010203 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
Tel: 020 7786 4900
E-mail: info@asthma.org.uk
Website: www.asthma.org.uk
The independent UK charity dedicated to conquering asthma. It funds research, offers help and advice and campaigns for a better deal for people with asthma. Confidential up-to-date information and advice is available from asthma nurse specialists on the Asthma Helpline.

websites

Asthma Help
www.asthma-help.co.uk
Help and information about asthma, including details of ongoing research and asthma-related studies.

Asthma and Allergy Information and Research (AAIR)
www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~aair
The website of the Midlands Asthma and Allergy Research Association (MAARA).

books
 
 

	Coping With Childhood Asthma by Jill Eckersley A guide for parents about managing children's asthma. Covers topics such as identifying triggers of attacks and gives confidence in getting the right medical care a child needs. Get this book
	What to Do When The Doctor Says It's Asthma by Paul Hannaway Information and solutions, based on cutting-edge research, for newly diagnosed asthma patients and their caregivers. Topics include how to exercise with asthma and everything you need to know about inhalers. Get this book
	The 'Which?' Guide to Asthma and Allergies by Mark Greener This science-based guide explains the symptoms and most effective treatments of asthma and other common related allergies such as hay fever and eczema. Get this book

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(July 2002, resources updated June 2005)

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