Conclusions
- Development of a School Asthma Policy in partnership with a multidisciplinary, multi- sectoral group is feasible.
- Piloting the policy with champion schools assisted with acceptance by a broader audience.
- Use of pilot schools generated further policy use and overall asthma awareness.
- In press, Public Health Nursing
Funded by: Alberta Heritage Foundation for Medical Research, Alberta Lung Association, Alberta Medical Association - Clinical Practice Guidelines Program, AstraZeneca, Hoechst Marion Roussel, Merck Frosst Canada Inc.
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