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New air pollution laws fall far short, leaving children breathing dirty air for another 17 years

… New air pollution laws fall far short, leaving children breathing dirty air for another 17 years UK lung health charity's CEO responds to new air pollution targets. Released on 30th January 2023 Today …

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Flu deaths soar sevenfold in six years

… around 78% of people had symptoms which were triggered by cold and flu viruses. (5)   Other winter threats for people … conditions - research from Asthma + Lung UK has shown that cold air causes a worsening of symptoms too, in 67% of people … fall into the trap of thinking flu is just like a heavy cold – I’m proof that it is much more serious, particularly …

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A quarter of people with COPD waiting 5 years for a diagnosis

… A quarter of people with COPD waiting 5 years for a diagnosis Almost a quarter of … umbrella term for a group of lung conditions which cause breathing difficulties, including chronic bronchitis and … patients should also be able to get Pulmonary Rehab (an exercise and breathing regime that helps with COPD). 5 The …

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Government dragging its feet on air pollution, risking people's lives and lung health

… risking people's lives and lung health Charity responds to news government will not be publishing air quality targets as … by 2030 at the very latest.” … Charity responds to news government will not be publishing air quality targets as …