Asthma morbidity in Africa: Is it time to act to achieve asthma care for all?

Sbekezelo Thembelihle Hlophe, Marie Stolbrink, Kaymarlin Govender, Stephen Mulupi, Josue Mbonigaba, Refiloe Masekela, Kevin Mortimer

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Abstract

As we approach World Asthma Day on the May 2, 2023, we reflect on the theme “ Asthma Care for All”. Prevalence of Asthma is increasing amongst children, adolescents and adults. Under-diagnosis, underutilization of inhaled corticosteroids, inaccessibility of treatment, and unaffordability of medicines are amongst the challenges that low-middle income countries are faced with. This commentary seeks to highlight the challenges, the resources available and to suggest recommendations that can be implemented to improve asthma care for all and reduce burden of asthma in Africa.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)97-100
JournalJournal of the Pan African Thoracic Society
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Publication statusPublished - 1 May 2023

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