Thousands could be at risk of thunderstorm-asthma attack

New research warns thousands of Australians could be at risk of a thunderstorm-asthma attack, with many allergy sufferers unaware they are even susceptible to the condition. Researchers are calling for a widespread awareness campaign to prevent any recurrence of the asthma storm that killed nine people in Melbourne last year.

Image: Katie Dower taking a puff on her inhaler (SBS)