News & Articles

Air pollution overlooked as source of chronic respiratory disease.

Woolcock research leader a mentor to future generations.

Different choice may help fight whooping cough epidemic.

Woolcock Distinguished Alumnus praised as an original thinker.

A simple breath test may one day replace complex medical exams to diagnose respiratory illness.

Improved asthma management strategies could lead to better lives for patients

New drug trial models could one day reduce the need for animal testing.

There is real potential for a treatment that controls COPD within the next decade.

The Woolcock's lab researchers are excited about new clinical opportunities at Macquarie.

New state-of-the-art facilities opened up areas of research for the Cells group.

The meteoric rise of vaping is a case of history repeating itself

What is epigenetics and its role in chronic diseases?

Preventer inhalers can reduce risk of asthma flare-ups

How to breathe easy during hazard reduction burning

Evidence of the harms done by smoking and vaping in the home continues to grow

Experts warn the push to use more environmentally-friendly inhalers must be done with caution

Wood heaters contribute more particle pollution than cars

Mould and dampness are particularly concerning for those with asthma

Harmful gases in the home and the known effects on those with asthma

Concerns voiced that outdated government regulations and health initiatives impact asthma care

ACAM launches new user-friendly respiratory health web pages

Government policy controlling the sale and marketing of vapes may not be effective in the long term

Uncontrolled asthma costs health system over $1.2b yearly

Sex influences not only who suffers from asthma, but how severe their symptoms will be

We're tackling the growing problem of drug-resistant bacteria

Why have cough medicines been withdrawn from sale, and what does it means for you?

Our VCAPS program is helping reduce smoking rates Vietnam

Obesity accounts for about one quarter of breathlessness symptoms in adults

Australians with asthma who've never smoked are coughing up mucus most days

Tuberculosis is an ancient disease, but it isn't history. Yet

How we are getting a more accurate picture of adherence to asthma medications

What is triple therapy? And how do you know if it's right for you?

Many people are being prescribed higher doses of asthma preventer medication than necessary

Dr Christine Cowie has handy tips on how to minimise the health risks of gas appliances

We're working to make the proliferation of hay fever apps more manageable

A new study reveals important patient perspectives

Our trial of a new pharmacy asthma management service uncovered some surprising results