Your stories

Abdul, 23, from Hull, has recently learnt more about the dangers of air pollution by taking part in a workshop for young people run by our Fairer and Healthier Air project.

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.

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

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.

Lucy, our winner from last year's summer competition, has had a busy summer. She shared some new snaps of her with her dog Skye from her most recent holiday in Newquay. Find out what she’s been up to.

Our summer competition is a chance for you to show us how you enjoy the season with your lung condition – and win prizes! We love seeing what you get up to, Here are some of some of the lovely entries we’ve had so far.

Kayleigh, from Essex, ran the London marathon this year in memory of her dad, who passed away from COPD at only 43 years old. Here she tells us about her dad and why she was inspired to run for him.

Tracy lost her 12 year-old daughter Katy to a sudden, severe asthma attack in November 2021. Now, she’s campaigning to raise asthma awareness and fund lifesaving research.

One of the biggest days in the charity calendar, the London Marathon never fails to inspire us. And our Team Breathe runners are our biggest inspiration. Read more about this year’s big day.

Discover the inspiration and story behind the Breathing Space Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026.

Rakhee lives with her husband Nelash in Leicester. She’s taking part in the London marathon this year in memory of her son, Anish, who died from a sudden asthma attack in February last year.

Suzy, 46, is running the London Marathon this year in memory of her husband, Mat. Together they have two daughters, Freya, 15 and Saffy, 12. Here Suzy tells us more about why she’s running for Asthma + Lung UK.