The Age | Record-breaking 'thunderstorm asthma' epidemic could change medical advice The Age Melbourne's "thunderstorm asthma" epidemic is the worst in global history and could change medical advice for hay fever sufferers and asthmatics, an expert says. Eight people have died and one person is still fighting for life after a rare explosion of ... It's not just about Melbourne: Why we need a national approach to thunderstorm asthma Melbourne asthma death toll at eight Eighth death linked to thunderstorm asthma |