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Asthma + Lung UK responds to cold weather alert
… and avoiding sitting still for more than an hour can all help. “In our recent survey, almost three-quarters of those … lung conditions and introduce more targeted support to help people keep their homes warm this winter. “For advice on …
Flu deaths soar sevenfold in six years
… just six years and this winter it is more crucial than ever that people with lung conditions protect themselves from … medicines as prescribed, including using their preventer inhaler daily even when they feel well, as this builds up … in their airways over time, and carrying their reliever inhaler with them. It is also a good idea to avoid contact …
ULEZ expansion a 'huge win' for lung health
A quarter of people with COPD waiting 5 years for a diagnosis
… Care Excellence (NICE), reflecting a 7% decline in care since last year. Every patient with COPD should get a yearly … and no support. I swapped surgeries straightaway, and since then, the treatment I have received has been pretty …
Asthma + Lung UK analysis reveals UK has highest number of pneumonia deaths in Europe
… While mild pneumonia can be treated with medication at home, in some cases, pneumonia can be life-threatening and … receive 2% of public investment into research that would help diagnose, treat and manage them much more … from the charity, visit asthmaandlung.org.uk/financial-help or call the helpline on 0300 222 5800. Notes to Editors …
Asthma + Lung UK appoints Tamara Ingram OBE as new chair of trustees
… its ambitious new strategy. Asthma + Lung UK, the country’s leading lung charity, has appointed Tamara Ingram OBE as … the short straw and not getting the help they need. It’s a privilege to join Asthma + Lung UK just months after it has launched its ambitious new strategy and I’m delighted …
Cost of living crisis: 1 in 5 people with asthma surveyed say price hikes causing asthma attacks
… I've been hospitalised many times in winter because cold air and colds and viruses trigger my asthma and leave me … environment for respiratory infections to thrive. Cold air is a trigger 5 for life-threatening asthma attacks and … 0300 222 5800. Notes to Editors For more information, to speak to storytellers, or for interview requests, please …