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We are looking for Aboriginal parents who are passionate about lung health to join the Aboriginal Advisory Committee (AAC) for our Kids Easy Breathing Study (KEBS). Research shows 1 in 5 Aboriginal* bubs in hospital for bronchiolitis (a common viral chest infection) later had serious damage to their lungs. The aim of our study is to find out why Aboriginal bubbies are more likely to develop long-term lung sickness.

  Midaiah Age 19. Youth advocate, project community member.             Research is critical as it informs strategy and helps build a greater

  Emma Age 22. Youth advocate, Youth Advisory Group & Science Team community member.         Research is the answer to our problems, I think research

  Sarah Mum of two, Summer and Andre Jnr. Project community member.           Having lived in a remote Aboriginal community, Looma, for many years it

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