Services – Worksite Clinics
Asthma & Allergies
The focus of this clinic is on education. Topics covered include: living with asthma and allergies, aero chambers, inhalers and avoidance of individual triggers. Lung capacity will also be tested using the PeakFlow® meter.- Employee greeted by the healthcare professional
- Information presented about asthma and its prevalence in Australia. Allergies, allergens, trigger factors and their role in asthma are discussed
- Management and treatment options of the condition are explained
- PEF (Peak Expiratory Flow) & FEV1 (Forced Expiratory Volume) measured
- Test results and risk factors analysed and discussed
- General and personalised preventative measures taught
- Information brochure presented to the employee.
