Do you know someone in the respiratory field or community who deserves recognition for their achievements in the community?
Nominations are open for the 2024 Respiratory Achievers’ Awards, recognising people with respiratory conditions, and those working in the field of respiratory health, who have made personal achievements and/or positive impacts in their community.
Respiratory Educator Award (to honour an educator/health professional who has made a significant contribution in the lives of those with respiratory conditions).
Nominations close Sunday 10 March. Find out more about these awards, the other eight award categories, and how to nominate, on the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation website.
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