Respiratory Care WA

05/11/2026

There’s something special about meeting a patient for the first time, especially when they arrive with a beautiful bunch of flowers! 💐

Ignacio and his mum first connected with our Clinical Lead for Children’s Services, Jess, over the phone. Yesterday, they visited our Children’s Respiratory Hub, where Ignacio took the next step in finding answers and support for his respiratory health.

It was lovely to finally meet you both and we look forward to supporting you on your respiratory journey! 💙

02/11/2026

Asthma is often seen as a condition that can be easily managed, but the latest figures tell a concerning story.

Last week, the Australian Bureau of Statistics reported the highest number of asthma deaths recorded in a decade, with 484 Australians losing their lives to asthma in 2025. At the same time, more people are living with uncontrolled asthma, using little or no preventer treatment, while adherence to prescribed inhaled corticosteroids continues to decline.

These figures are a powerful reminder that asthma is a serious condition that should never be underestimated.

Every preventable asthma death is one too many. 😔 That's why we must continue to raise awareness of asthma, encourage early diagnosis, and ensure people have a clear and effective management plan to help them live well and stay out of hospital. 💙

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26/10/2026

Last Thursday, our team joined the Walk for Reconciliation at Kaarta Koomba (Kings Park).

Experiencing the wildflower trails of this place of deep significance to Noongar people was a powerful reminder that reconciliation is an ongoing commitment, built through listening, learning and action.

It's why our partnerships with Aboriginal Medical Services and community organisations matter. Together, over the past year, we've supported more than 1,500 First Nations people with free respiratory education, lung health checks and support.

We know there is still more work to do, and we're committed to continuing the journey together. 💛🖤❤️

19/10/2026

💙 What a special day at the Telethon Family Festival!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our stall, had a chat with us, asked questions, shared your stories, or simply came over to say hello. We loved connecting with so many families and seeing children light up as they spun our prize wheel.

And of course, Puff stole the show once again, bringing plenty of smiles (and some impressive dance moves!) wherever they went. 🐉

A big thank you to Telethon7 Perth for having us, and to the generous WA community for once again coming together to raise a record amount of funds to help vulnerable children. This festival is a wonderful reminder of why we do what we do.

15/10/2026

What's big, blue and the best at giving out high fives and hugs? 💙🐉

Our beloved mascot, Puff the Dragon, will be back at this year's Telethon Family Festival and ready to hit the famous Mascot Dance Party floor, showing off their moves and bringing plenty of smiles and laughs along the way.

You'll also find our team on Level 1 inside RAC Arena, so be sure to stop by and say hello! If you're up for a challenge, test your asthma knowledge by telling us a symptom or trigger, then have a go at spinning the wheel for your chance to win some great merch. 🌀

See you this Sunday! 💙

13/10/2026

💙🏀Huge thanks to Binar Futures for having us at the recent Broome Health Embassy. We always love the opportunity to connect with children and families, have a yarn about asthma, and chat through common triggers and symptoms to look out for.

We're already looking forward to the next one! Watch this space for more details.

📸 Pictured: Our Cultural and Community Outreach Coordinator, Melanie Preen, with the team from LungSmart Cystic Fibrosis WA, helping bring free respiratory education, care and support to regional communities.

09/10/2026

💙 One of our favourite days of the year is almost here! 🎉

The Telethon7 Family Festival is back on Sunday (18 October), and we can't wait to meet lots of families, chat all things asthma, and share some simple tips and resources to help keep little lungs healthy.

You'll find us upstairs inside RAC Arena with plenty of giveaways, fun prizes, and our ever-popular spinning wheel! 🎡✨

Come say hello, spin to win, and have a chat with the team. We can't wait to see you there! 👋💙

P.S. More details coming soon about our very special friend who's big, blue and always a crowd favourite... 💙🐉✨

08/10/2026

💙 Loving our new scrubs this year! 🥋

For almost six years, Simon Stewart and the team at Stewart & Heaton have supported Respiratory Care WA through the annual donation of scrubs for our nurses, scientists and respiratory specialists.

Their generosity helps ensure our team can continue delivering respiratory care, education and support to people and families across Western Australia.

To Simon and everyone at Stewart & Heaton, thank you for being such wonderful supporters of Respiratory Care WA over the years and for helping us make a difference in communities across WA.

👉 Read more about our longstanding partnership with Stewart & Heaton and the amazing work they do to support organisations and communities across WA: https://respiratorycarewa.org.au/keeping-us-scrubbed-up-for-six-years/

02/10/2026

For residents living in the City of Swan or the City of Wanneroo, please be aware that there may be smoke in the area due to prescribed burns. See the post below for more information.

If you have a respiratory condition, keep your windows and doors closed where possible and follow your Asthma or COPD Action Plan. Stay safe. 💙

‼️ Mitigation Notice ‼️

The Brigade will be conducting Bushfire Mitigation at the Perth International Telecommunications Centre (PITC) on Gnangara Road from Friday, 2nd October to Sunday, 4th October.

Please be aware that smoke will be visible within the compound from Friday through to Sunday. While we will make every effort to minimise smoke, we advise closing your windows and doors if your property is impacted.

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