About the Council on Asthma


The Council on Asthma of the Philippine College of Chest Physicians (PCCP) serves as one of the leading bodies dedicated to the advancement of asthma care in the Philippines. Recognizing asthma as a significant public health challenge affecting millions of Filipinos, our council brings together experts in pulmonology, allied health professionals, and patient advocates to drive initiatives that aim to improve asthma control nationwide.

Our vision is a Philippines where every individual with asthma receives timely diagnosis, evidence-based management, and equitable access to essential therapies—empowering them to live healthier, fuller lives.


Council Structure and Subcommittees

To achieve our mission, the Council on Asthma is organized into four synergistic subcommittees and the finance subcommittee:


1. Advocacy Subcommittee

• Mandate: Promote asthma awareness and champion policies that support improved asthma care.

• Key Initiatives:
- National Asthma Awareness campaigns: World Asthma Day and Asthma Week
- Engagement with government and private sectors to prioritize asthma in health agenda

1. Collaborate with COPD and DATS council for a comprehensive program with partner LGUs
2. Watsons Collaboration for Asthma week
3. Collaboration with media for public education

2. Clinical Health Resources Subcommittee

• Mandate: Equip healthcare practitioners with up-to-date, evidence-based clinical tools and training.

• Key Initiatives:
- Development and dissemination of asthma management guidelines

1. Participate in CPG development for Asthma Management in Primary Care
2. Develop PCCP Council on Asthma ER Management Clinical Pathway

- Continuing medical education (CME) programs and workshops

1. Pharmacists module (collaboration with Watsons and PPhA)
2. BHU asthma module
3. Primary Care Physicians Module

3. Patient Resources Subcommittee

• Mandate: Empower patients and caregivers through accessible, culturally relevant education and support.

• Key Initiatives:
- Patient education materials in multiple languages
- Develop module for Community-based asthma education sessions
- Support groups and digital platforms for patient engagement

4. Research Subcommittee

• Mandate: Advance asthma knowledge through data collection, registry development, and research.

• Key Initiatives:

- Establishment and maintenance of a national asthma registry
- Technical support for subcommittee researches on knowledge gaps
- Facilitation of multicenter clinical and epidemiological studies
- Dissemination of research findings to inform policy and practice

5. Finance Subcommittee

• Mandate: Provide for logistical support and sustainability of the asthma council projects and advocacies.

• Key Initiatives:

- Develop framework for sustainability of dissemination of clinical practice guidelines
- Collaborate with research committee for funding of council-initiated research

Strategic Goals (2025–2028)

Our main goal is to improve asthma control nationwide through a multi-pronged approach:

• Increased Asthma Awareness:

Launching sustained public campaigns to dispel myths, reduce stigma, and encourage early consultation.

 

• Healthcare Practitioner Education and Training:

Expanding access to asthma-specific training for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, ensuring the latest standards of care are practiced nationwide.

 

• Patient Education and Training:

Rolling out comprehensive, patient-centered education programs to improve self-management and adherence.

 

• Asthma Registry and Research:

Building a robust national asthma registry to track disease burden, outcomes, and guide policy; supporting local research to address unique Filipino needs.

Ultimate Goal for 2025–2028:

To increase access to inhaled therapy for all Filipinos with asthma, particularly in underserved communities, through advocacy, partnerships, and policy engagement.

 

 

Our Commitment

 

The Council on Asthma is steadfast in its commitment to lead, innovate, and collaborate—ensuring that every Filipino with asthma receives the care, support, and therapies they need. Through the combined efforts of our subcommittees, we will continue to champion a future where asthma no longer limits the potential of our people.

Together, let us breathe easier and live better.

 

Prepared by:
Eileen G. Aniceto, MD FPCCP
Chairperson, Council on Asthma, 2025-2028

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