Asthma in Teens and Adults

Other Places To Get Help

Online Resource

Canadian Network For Asthma Care (CNAC)
Web Address: www.cnac.net
 

The Canadian Network For Asthma Care (CNAC) is a network of associations devoted to asthma treatment, care, and education. The CNAC Web site provides listings of asthma care clinics in each province, as well as links to member organizations and other asthma resources.


Organizations

Allergy/Asthma Information Association (AAIA)
P.O. Box 100
Toronto, ON  M9W 5K9
Phone: 1-800-611-7011
(416) 679-9521
Fax: (416) 679-9524
Web Address: www.aaia.ca
 

The Allergy/Asthma Information Association (AAIA) provides information and education materials for Canadians with allergy and asthma.


Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)
1233 20th Street NW
Suite 402
Washington, DC  20036
Phone: 1-800-7-ASTHMA (1-800-727-8462)
E-mail: info@aafa.org
Web Address: www.aafa.org
 

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) provides information and support for people with allergies or asthma. The AAFA has local chapters and support groups. And its Web site has online resources, such as fact sheets, brochures, and newsletters, both free and for purchase.


Asthma Society of Canada
130 Bridgeland Avenue
Suite 425
Toronto, ON  M6A 1Z4
Phone: 1-866-787-4050 toll-free
(416) 787-4050
Fax: (416) 787-5807
E-mail: info@asthma.ca
Web Address: www.asthma.ca
 

The Asthma Society of Canada provides information and education programs for Canadians with asthma and supports asthma research.


Canadian Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Foundation (CAAIF)
774 Echo Drive
Ottawa, ON  K1S 5N8
Phone: (613) 730-6272
Fax: (613) 730-1116
E-mail: caaif@rcpsc.edu
Web Address: www.allergyfoundation.ca
 

The Canadian Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Foundation (CAAIF) provides information and education programs for Canadians with allergy, asthma, and allergic diseases, and supports asthma research in these areas.


Canadian Lung Association
3 Raymond Street
Suite 300
Ottawa, ON  K1R 1A3
Phone: 1-888-566-5864
(613) 569-6411
Fax: (613) 569-8860
E-mail: info@lung.ca
Web Address: http://www.lung.ca/
 

The Canadian Lung Association focuses on research, education, and the promotion of respiratory health. The organization offers educational information on a variety of diseases and environmental threats, as well as information on research, support groups, and resources for children and teachers. Call to find a local office in your area.



Go to previous sectionGo to previous sectionGo to top of pageGo to top of pageGo to next sectionGo to next section

Author: Maria G. Essig, MS, ELSLast Updated: September 4, 2007
Medical Review: Robert L. Cowie, MB, FCP(SA), MD, MSc, MFOM - Pulmonology
Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine
Harold S. Nelson, MD - Allergy and Immunology
Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine

© 1995-2008 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.

Click here to learn about Healthwise
Click here to learn about Healthwise
Topic Contents
 Overview
 Health Tools Click here to view Health Tools.
 FAQs
 Cause
 Symptoms
 What Happens
 What Increases Your Risk
 When to Call a Doctor
 Examinations and Tests
 Treatment Overview
 Prevention
 Living With Asthma
 Medications
 Other Treatment
Arrow PointerOther Places To Get Help
 Related Information
 References
 Credits