PSA: a Breath of fresh air
April 8, 2014
A NEW Action Kit called ‘A Breath
of fresh air’ has been launched as
part of a wide range of programs
and activities being undertaken by
PSA relating to respiratory health.
The activities coincide with the
launch of the new Australian
Asthma Handbook by the National
Asthma Council and the kit is
available to pharmacies in the Self
Care program.
Around 2.3m Australians suffer
from asthma but only a small
proportion had a written asthma
action plan, the PSA said.
PSA national president Grant
Kardachi said pharmacy was an
important source of information,
advice and support for people
suffering from respiratory
conditions such as asthma and/or
COPD.
“The role of pharmacy in
management of asthma and
COPD should extend beyond the
supply of prescriptions and verbal
counselling.
“It should include screening,
demonstrating and regularly
checking inhaler technique,
checking adherence, checking
for self management plans
and advising about asthma
management in pregnancy and
breastfeeding.”
The kit covered these areas and
contained sections on in-store
promotion, service delivery and
education, Kardachi said.
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