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Welcome to the Asthma + Lung UK blog.
Together we can help create a world where everyone has healthy lungs. Read on for advice + information, personal stories, campaigning + research news.
Your stories
Your stories
There’s no way to manage grief, but training gave me a focus
Claire, who put in an incredible effort to run the London Marathon for Asthma + Lung UK, and in memory of her, mum, kindly agreed to share her story with us
Your stories
I really see a future where I have options again
Lily recently graduated from Edinburgh University. Over the course of her four years as a student she was in hospital ten times with asthma. Today, it’s a different story – as starting a course of biologics changed Lily’s life.
Your stories
I'm walking from The Shire to Mordor to manage and improve my asthma
Wilf, 10, has asthma and is aiming to complete a 1,779 mile walk in support of Asthma + Lung UK.
We spoke to Wilf and his mum, Kate, about his epic challenge.
We spoke to Wilf and his mum, Kate, about his epic challenge.
Advice + support
Advice + support
Hot off the Helpline: July edition
On the helpline this month, we've been getting a lot of questions about going on holiday with lung conditions. Plus tips on getting a GP appointment and why your lung condition might feel worse at the moment.
Advice + support
Hot off the Helpline: June edition
Hot topics on the helpline this month are whether nebulisers can be used to help with COPD, using home oxygen safely and how to use spacers properly. Plus key dates for your diary and a chance to have your question answered.
Advice + support
Hot off the Helpline: May edition
In this month's blog, our helpline team talk you through the top questions they've been getting on the helpline this month. These include why you might be coughing more at the moment and what can you expect from a referral to specialist care. And more!
Research
Research
Your support is helping young people to take control of their asthma
When a young person struggles to manage their asthma, it can really have a negative impact on their quality of life – and even lead to a lack of confidence when discussing and managing their condition.
Research
Shazam for lungs: can your phone hear your lung condition?
We know our mobiles can help us identify music, but can they help identify lung conditions? We partnered with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council to launch a funding call to find out. Read about some of the exciting projects that came out of it.
Research
New research could shine a light on the connection between our body clocks and pulmonary fibrosis
Today, we’d like to introduce you to Dr John Blaikley at the University of Manchester and his cutting-edge research into how the body’s internal clock influences our respiratory health.
Campaigning
Campaigning
We took your voices straight to Parliament
We've been campaigning hard for the government to introduce a dedicated plan for lung health and 1000s of you have joined us. Last week we teamed up with the Taskforce for Lung Health, of which we are a member, to take the campaign straight to Parliament. Here we give you the lowdown.
Campaigning
I’ve become very aware of the dangers of air pollution since my son was diagnosed with bronchiectasis
Ruth’s son Kieran was diagnosed with bronchiectasis at only 9 years old. Ruth 49, believes that the air pollution in London, where they live, has made his lung condition worse. Read her story.
Campaigning
A landmark moment for lung health – the Tobacco and Vapes Bill becomes law
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has just received Royal Assent and become law. What does this mean? How will this impact people with lung conditions, and what happens next? Jonathan Blades, our Head of Policy + Public Affairs explains it all.
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