CARISTA -Thunderstorm Asthma

Creating A Risk assessment biomarker tool to prevent Seasonal and Thunderstorm Asthma

Who can take part?

You may be able to take part if you have seasonal allergies or asthma, particularly related to rye grass pollen.

You may be eligible if you:

• Are 18 to 70 years of age
• Have a history of seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever) or are sensitive to rye grass pollen
• Have access to a smartphone or computer to record your symptoms

You would not be eligible if:

• The study doctor feels that participation may not be safe for you

What is involved?

This study is looking at how seasonal allergies and asthma symptoms change over time, including during thunderstorm asthma events, to help improve future prevention and treatment.

• Study duration: Over two spring seasons
• Clinic visits: 1 onsite visit
• Remote monitoring: Daily symptom tracking

The study includes:

• A single onsite visit for consent, enrollment, and baseline assessments
• Ongoing monitoring during the spring seasons

What will I need to do?

If you take part, you will be asked to:

• Attend one clinic visit for baseline testing, which may include:
• • Breathing tests
  • Measurement of airway inflammation (FeNO)
  • Blood tests
  • Questionnaires about your health
• Record your symptoms daily using an online platform during the spring seasons

You will be helping researchers better understand and predict seasonal and thunderstorm-related asthma risk.

More information

You can read more about this study here:

• ClinicalTrials.gov – CARISTA Study
• University of Melbourne – CARISTA Study