Guidelines & Resources

One of GINA's most important activities is to work with international experts to produce guidelines, reports, and other resources about asthma. These materials incorporate the latest science to help improve asthma management and the lives of asthma patients around the world.

Guidelines

Pocket Guide for Asthma Management and Prevention

Updated December 2011. A quick-reference guide for physicians and nurses, with key information about patient management and education.

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GINA Report, Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention

Updated December 2011. Evidence-based guidelines for asthma management and prevention, with citations from the scientific literature.

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Reports

Other Resources

Global Burden of Asthma

May 2004. A comprehensive survey of the prevalence and impact of asthma around the world, with information presented on a region-by-region basis.

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Global Burden of Asthma - Summary

February 2004. An overview of the key findings of the Global Burden of Asthma Report.

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Instructions for Inhaler and Spacer Use

Diagrams and step-by-step instructions on proper use of various inhaler and spacer devices available around the world. Printable and downloadable slides can be used in patient education.

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Spacer Devices

An introduction to spacers for health care professionals: how, when, and why these devices should be used.

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