… Lack of follow up care for Scots hospitalised with asthma is a concern, says leading … the person has been prescribed to see what dose is best and check their inhaler technique, to make sure their … from the practice’s asthma nurse, was told to up my medication. I then made an appointment with the asthma nurse, …

… among England’s worst areas for lung health Asthma + Lung UK's newly appointed ‘Respiratory Champion’ wants to boost … one of six ‘ Respiratory Champions ’ by Asthma + Lung UK. Dr Swallow says the lack of access to simple tests to … can lead to better outcomes for patients. Asthma + Lung UK is now calling for more funding for GP practices so they …

… likely after a subsequent exacerbation 10 . Although the picture is bleak across the country, the data in five-plus … my life would be easier if people really understood the dramatic impact lung conditions can have on people’s lives.” … is true as lung health is rooted in much bigger problems like deprivation, poor housing, and smoking. “We need real …

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… which I used for years and years, monitored with regular spirometry tests. Now, as my condition is progressing, I’m on …

… rose by 22%. 2 House coal releases just under five times more PM2.5 than smokeless coal and wet wood releases four times more PM2.5 than dried wood. It produces almost 3,700 times … is a major trigger for me. I definitely smell the smoke from open fires and wood burners if they are on and if …

… Along with better monitoring, local authorities would be able to better monitor and investigate and control air …

… ask for an urgent GP appointment or contact 111. It’s important to get the right support, as you’re more at risk … certificate means the person had flu when they died but it wasn’t the cause of death. Deaths registered weekly in …

… Air quality a worry for over half of people in Wales - but … (PM2.5) consists of fine particles that, once in the air from burning wood, are harmful to human health. If you … (53.6%) of those surveyed said they were concerned about air quality in their local area, yet less than half (47.2%) …

… for the people it works with and interacts with, and can take appropriate action when required. 3. Definitions … adult or child) can be neglected or abused. Abuse can take the form of: Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, … there are safeguarding concerns. This would be under the vital interest provision of the UK GDPR. Attempts to obtain …

… obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) across London, and air pollution contributes to around 4,000 early deaths in the … for local peer support and opportunities to learn more about managing lung conditions. This group meets online via … 2. What is the evidence that air pollution leads to around 4,000 premature deaths? 2019 …

… in King’s Lynn Asthma + Lung UK’s King’s Lynn Breathe Easy Support Group is seeking a new volunteer to lead the … even help behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you! Call 0300 222 5800 and select option 4 for support groups.  … … Asthma + Lung UK’s King’s Lynn Breathe Easy Support Group is seeking a new volunteer to lead the …