|
Living with asthma in South Africa presents unique challenges, from smoky townships and seasonal pollen to urban pollution and under-resourced healthcare access. Alarmingly, South Africa ranks among the countries with one of the highest asthma death rates in the world, with approximately 18.5 deaths per 100,000 people with asthma, and the fourth‑highest mortality among 5–35 year olds globally.
Given this serious public health burden, it’s essential to emphasize that inhaled corticosteroids and controller medicines remain the cornerstone of asthma care. That said, there are complementary lifestyle and natural approaches that, when used safely, can support respiratory health.
|
