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The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) works with health care professionals and public health officials around the world to reduce asthma prevalence, morbidity, and mortality. Through resources such as evidence-based guidelines for asthma management, and events such as the annual celebration of World Asthma Day, GINA is working to improve the lives of people with asthma in every corner of the globe.
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GINA Launches New Report on Asthma in Children 5 and Younger

The Global Strategy for the Diagnosis and Management of Asthma in Children 5 Years and Younger is now available.

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Please note that this content is UNDER EMBARGO and must not be distributed before 00.01 hrs. local time on World Asthma Day, May 5.
Latest publications
GINA Report, Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention
Updated December 2008. Evidence-based guidelines for asthma management and prevention, with citations from the scientific literature.

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GINA Report 2008 Update: References Reviewed
A list of references reviewed by the GINA Science Committee in their preparation of the 2008 update of the GINA Report.

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World Asthma Day News
WAD 2008 slideshow
Get inspired for 2009! View a slideshow of activities from WAD 2008
World Asthma Day 2009 will take place on Tuesday, May 5, around the theme"You Can Control Your Asthma."
Find WAD events in your area.
WAD will also promote the message to parents of young children with asthma that "You Can Control Your Child's Asthma."
Access NEW materials related to young children with asthma.