16 search results for: triggers
How to enjoy music festivals with asthma
… at festivals, but your asthma doesn’t have to stop you from having fun. Ashley Williams Published 3rd June 2024 Are … festivals, but there’s no need for your asthma to stop you from having fun. If you have asthma and you’re off to a … at festivals, but your asthma doesn’t have to stop you from having fun. … How to enjoy music festivals with asthma …
Stress caused my father to have a fatal asthma attack at 54. I was scared the same thing would happen to me.
… focus all my energy into my business. Since then, I’ve not only set up an award-winning beauty business, and become a …
Hot off the Helpline: April edition
… Specialist Published 8th April 2025 On the Helpline this month On the helpline this past month we’ve noticed an increase in calls from people … your triggers on our website. Meet the team This month, meet Holly, she is a Respiratory Nurse Specialist and …
Hormones made it impossible for me to control my severe asthma
… Often, I felt like I was breathing through a straw. The only thing that was keeping me alive was long-term oral … life-changing medication is a biologic treatment and is only available for certain types of severe asthma that are …
Looking after your wellbeing in winter
… your wellbeing in winter Winter can be challenging if you have a lung condition and it’s really important to look after both your physical and mental wellbeing. Here are Dr Andy’s top tips on keeping safe and well throughout … worried about heating costs, use our website to check what help you could get . Eat well. Eating well is really …
How the next generation are fighting for lung health by becoming Clean Air Champions!
… Deborah, one of our brilliant Helpline Respiratory Nurses. They identified where they might find asthma triggers at home and shared their … a school, and are completing a ‘walk to school week’ right now. Showcasing their artistic skills too! As well as all …
I know that I’m incredibly lucky to still be alive
… I know that I’m incredibly lucky to still be alive When Matt returned back from a trip from Berlin in … impact of pollution on others One of my main triggers is air pollution. I am particularly affected by wood smoke and … cause issues. My experiences have led me to campaign on air pollution in order to raise awareness, and to hopefully …
Hot off the Helpline: July edition
… Thank you for reading this month’s blog. Stay tuned for next month’s edition. … Welcome to the Asthma + Lung UK …
How to get better care for your lung condition
… condition With GP practices getting busier, appointments can be hard to find. But those with lung conditions can take … illness to make sure they are getting the right treatment and care. Dr Andy Whittamore, Clinical Lead at Asthma + Lung … pulmonary disease (COPD) are not getting the treatment and support they need. Managing your condition well We know …
Lisa, a Welsh scientist asks: Why is asthma worse for women?
… old and since 2018 it has got significantly worse. I have been hospitalised over 40 times; it really hits home writing …
How Asthma + Lung UK’s support groups have made me feel less alone
… parents and carers of children with all lung conditions to come together. Here she tells us how connecting with other … condition has been a real release, and I hope one day to meet another parent in the same boat as me, because living … with a lung condition. It’s a safe and friendly space to come together and connect with others who understand. We run …
I caught the fundraising bug and have raised over £40,000 for asthma research!
… mix of people! We were so nervous on the night as we’d only managed to practice the original ‘Full Monty’ routine …
Support for your lung condition: helping you with rising living costs
… GP gives an update on how the rising cost of living is affecting people with lung conditions. Andy explains what we’re calling for the government to do to help people … prescribed and managing your triggers well, is one of the best ways you can stay well, and we have all sorts of advice …
Changes to inhaler prescriptions – what they might mean
… for help with this or take a look at the Asthma + Lung UK website which has a guide here . 5. Get an asthma action … worse on our website . I can understand that asthma can be very frightening for some people and that being prescribed … team on 0300 222 5800 or email helpline@asthmaandlung.org.uk . Lines open 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday. Get support Call …
Pneumonia almost left my young sons without their mum
… for myself. Getting back on my feet was the hardest thing, those first few steps felt impossible. I never thought I’d …