An integral part of asthma management is the development of a written asthma action plan by the person with asthma and/or their carer together with their doctor.

An asthma action plan helps the person with asthma and/or their carer recognise worsening asthma and gives clear instructions on what to do in response.

Written asthma action plans are one of the most effective asthma interventions available. Use of a written asthma action plan:

• reduces absences from work or school
• reduces hospital admissions
• reduces emergency visits to general practice
• reduces reliever medication use
• improves lung function.

For Written Asthma Action Plan Templates please refer to the National Asthma Council website.