Our stories
From the backyard to the world stage, asthma doesn’t have to hold you back.
Hit play to hear real stories from boxer Mea Motu, rugby players Julian & Ardie Savea, Steve Devine (former All Black) and rising cricketer Anika Todd.
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Asthma New Zealand is a health charity dedicated to ensuring Kiwis thrive despite Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). We deliver free appointments, education resources and advocacy.
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“Nothing else matters when you can’t breathe”
Toby, 15 years
360,000
School days missed every year
Source: Ministry of Health
1 in 8 children
affected by asthma
Source: ehinz.ac.nz
“Asthma care isn’t just treatment; it’s about giving kids the chance to enjoy childhood fully.”
Asthma NZ nurse
“We need to focus on prevention and early intervention to ensure people can thrive.”
Asthma NZ CEO
$1.2 Billion
cost to our country every year
Source: Ministry of Health
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