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Respiratory diseases

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Pulmonary diseases
Respiratory virus
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A scoping study on data sources to assess the impact of chronic respiratory and musculoskeletal conditions on workplace productivity


Respiratory and musculoskeletal conditions are two groups of chronic conditions associated with substantial productivity loss and activity impairment. This scoping study assesses the available data sources for monitoring the relationship between these chronic conditions and workforce productivity.
Briefing paper

Current practice and new approaches in asthma: perspectives of asthma practitioners and patients


This exploratory paper explores current practice and new approaches to asthma healthcare in Australia, in order to stimulate new thinking and action to target care gaps and redress stalled progress against asthma outcomes.
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Using PBS and MBS data to report on the treatment and management of chronic respiratory conditions 2016–17


This report investigates the utility of the Pharmaceuticals Benefits Scheme (PBS) and Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) claims data in answering key research questions for reporting on the treatment and management of chronic respiratory conditions in Australia.
Strategy

Making lung cancer a fair fight: a blueprint for reform


This report paints the clearest picture yet of the true burden of lung cancer in Australia, now and over the next decade. It hones in on the confronting challenges facing those living with lung cancer and outlines solutions to improve outcomes that are currently far from what is possible.
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Report on the Inquiry into Biotoxin-related illnesses in Australia


Indoor mould growth is a common problem in homes and workplaces which is usually easy to treat, and generally does not impact on human health. In some cases, human contact with mould can cause health issues, such as worsening asthma symptoms, an allergic response, and (in rare cases) an infection.