Bronchiectasis

There is currently little information available on the incidence, diagnosis and mortality rates of bronchiectasis in Australia. Without this knowledge and information, it is very difficult to make advancements in finding new treatments and searching for a cure.

Australian Bronchiectasis Registry

Lung Foundation Australia is working to fill this gap and improve the quality of life and outcomes for children and adults living with bronchiectasis by investigating the cause, treatments and quality of care through our Australian Bronchiectasis Registry – Find out more.

For your patients

Lung Foundation Australia has a range of evidence-based services and resources that will enable your patients to better understand and manage their condition. Our services and resources are designed to support clinical treatment plans and help drive optimal health outcomes. For more information or hard copies of resources, please contact us.

Respiratory Nurse

The Respiratory Care Nurse telephone service is available for people living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or bronchiectasis. Our skilled nurse can provide guidance on all aspects of your condition according to the management guidelines. This free and confidential service will be available via free call 1800 654 301 and email enquiries@lungfoundation.com.au.

Information and Support Centre

Our Information and Support Centre team provides guidance, information and support, and connects people to relevant and valuable Lung Foundation Australia and community support services. This free and confidential service is available Monday to Friday 8am – 4.30pm (AEST) (excl. public holidays). Please note that this service does not offer medical or treatment advice.

Featured resources

Bronchiectasis Action Plan

When completed with a health professional, the Bronchiectasis Action Plan helps you recognise early signs of a flare-up and outlines what actions you need to take to manage it.

Stepwise Management of Stable Bronchiectasis

Fact sheet

Bronchiectasis Stepwise is a one-page reference guide for health professionals which summarises the general management of adults with bronchiectasis.

Infographic

The Bronchiectasis infographic provides a snapshot of Bronchiectasis in Australia including key statistics, risk factors, symptoms, treatment, and support.

Bronchiectasis

Fact sheet

The Bronchiectasis fact sheet provides a brief overview on bronchiectasis, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and self-management.

Breaking down the stigma for Bronchiectasis

Video

Meet Jeff, he has Bronchiectasis. Listen to his experience with Bronchiectasis and his perspective of how stigma has impacted him.

Lung Foundation Australia services

Flyer

Learn more about Lung Foundation Australia's services available to individuals living with lung disease and lung cancer and their families.

Bronchiectasis Online Training

Learn more about diagnosing and treating patients living with bronchiectasis through Lung Foundation Australia’s new interactive online training platform. “Does Curt Have Bronchiectasis?” is a short online module which presents a realistic case-based scenario to engage and develop your skills in problem solving when identifying bronchiectasis in a symptomatic patient.

Find out more

April 26 2018

Living well with bronchiectasis during the cooler months

Enna Stroil-Salama, Australian Bronchiectasis Registry Manager, Lung Foundation Australia Large studies have shown that on average, bronchiectasis patients experience exacerbations (flare-ups of symptoms) once…

Joanne’s story

Bronchiectasis

My name is Joanne; I enjoy walking to stay active, pottering around the home I share with my husband, and entertaining family and friends. In…

February 5 2018

Bronchiectasis: Mucus clearance techniques

By Dr Lucy Burr, Director of Respiratory, Cystic Fibrosis and Sleep Medicine, Mater Health Services, Brisbane Bronchiectasis is characterised by chronic infection in the small…

Bronchiectasis Toolbox

The Bronchiectasis Toolbox is a multidisciplinary resource supporting the diagnosis and management of people with bronchiectasis. It has been designed to provide guidance for health professionals who are providing care to children and adults with bronchiectasis.

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