1 in 9
Australians have asthma, with 2.7 million Aussies suffering from the respiratory condition.
Asthma Education and Training
We help parents, children, and health professionals understand asthma to better manage respiratory conditions that affect over 10,000 Territorians.
AFNT acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we meet and conduct our services, respecting language and culture and elders past and present
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How can we help you?
Asthma and respiratory diseases are a major concern for Australians.
2x
Asthma rates in Indigenous Australians are twice as high as non-Indigenous Australians.
441
Australians died in 2017 due to asthma. Management and education are crucial to reducing this number.
$28B
Estimated yearly cost of Asthma to Australians, most of which is attributed to disability and death.
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Asthma stories from Territorians just like you
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Munn Family "I cannot ever thank you all for your guidance and knowledge for my 3 children..."
This year Cameron is 17, Jessica 14 and Ashton 10 and with the ongoing help and support over the years from asthma foundation all three are all well managed and educated.
Jillian Blackman "Seeing all the great work the Asthma Foundation does made me want to give back"
I have been involved with the Asthma Swim program for over four years firstly with my daughter Taylor and then my son Hunter.
News & events
Asthma Foundation NT Now Has A New Home in Parap
Asthma Foundation NT has moved to our new home at 3 Nylander St in Parap.
Update on AFNT Services
Due to the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the Northern Territory, AFNT is unable to offer our spirometry service at this point in time (as per TSANZ & the National Asthma Council of Australia Guidelines) We apologise for any inconvenience. But if you have any concerns about your asthma or other lung condition please do not hesitate to contact our office on 8981 6066 or 1800 ASTHMA and speak to one of our friendly educators. Keep safe Territorians😷
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Humidity & Asthma
Many of our clients experience symptoms in the dry season due to dust and smoke but wet season can be just as problematic if you have Asthma or other respiratory issues. This article explains how the humidity can flare up your symptoms as well as some tips on what to do about it.
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AFNT office gets some new signage
The Asthma Foundation NT office has had a little bit of a makeover! Check out the new look! Now you should be able to find us off the Stuart Hwy without a problem! 😁 Celebrating almost 40years in the Northern Territory #helpingterritoriansbreathebetter 💙💨
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