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Chief executive Sarah Woolnough announces her departure

… UK’s two leading lung health charities (Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation), a rebrand and an ambitious new …

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MPs to vote on landmark bill to create smoke-free generation

… MPs to vote on landmark bill to create smoke-free generation MPs will vote today on legislation to … next stage, bringing the UK closer to creating the first smoke-free generation.  Sarah Sleet, CEO at Asthma + Lung UK … for the Tobacco and Vapes Bill marks progress towards a smoke-free future. It's important to get this legislation …

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‘Asthma care is in crisis’ - charity sounds the siren as asthma death toll rises

… risen by a quarter, and complacency around asthma has led to thousands of preventable deaths New analysis by Asthma + … the recommended 48 hours after an emergency admission, when they are most at risk of another serious attack. 8 … or more times a week. It shouldn’t get to the point where someone is rushed to hospital fighting for breath. “We need a …

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Extreme weather could cause mould and endanger the lives of those with lung conditions

… or call the charity’s helpline on: 0300 222 5800 ENDS References: 1. Data taken from Asthma + Lung UK’s Life …