There are over 2.7 million Australians living with asthma, but up to 94% of people with asthma do not use their inhaler properly.

The National Asthma Council Australia is promoting asthma education around the use of inhaler devices with two new how-to videos demonstrating correct inhaler and spacer technique. We have also released a new factsheet about the benefits of using a metered dose inhaler (puffer) with a spacer.

It is important for both adults and children to use a spacer with a metered dose inhaler, as the spacer helps the medicine get to the small airways where it is most needed.

Sensitive Choice is a proud program of the National Asthma Council Australia, and we are committed to helping people live better with asthma and allergies.

New resources

Video: how to use a metered dose inhaler (puffer) with a spacer for children

Video: how to use a metered dose inhaler (puffer) with a spacer for adults

Factsheet: using a spacer with your inhaler