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We lost our daughter to asthma and want people to take it more seriously

… that affects 36,000 children in Northern Ireland. Leading lung charity, Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland warn, … diagnosed receives support and information. Failing to act now could put more lives at risk. Rachel’s parents, Simon and … in understanding someone else’s feelings and troubles and above all her beaming warm smile. “We want to do something …

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Three quarters of people with asthma surveyed in Wales still not receiving basic care

… in Wales still not receiving basic care Asthma + Lung UK Cymru is launches a major report, Raising the Bar to … 2023 On World Asthma Day [Tuesday 2 May], Asthma + Lung UK Cymru is launching a major report, Raising the Bar to … respiratory death rates in Western Europe5, Asthma + Lung UK Cymru is making a case of why we need an improvement plan …

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You’re twice as likely to die of a lung condition in Wales during winter compared to summer

… in Wales Released on 14th February 2023 Asthma + Lung UK Cymru is now raising awareness of how people with lung … lung charity, Asthma + Lung UK Cymru is urging people to take particular care of their health this winter as stark … and pneumonia vaccines if eligible, make sure they take their regular medications as prescribed, eat well and …

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Six out of ten Scots concerned about air quality at schools

… in pollution, it can cause asthma attacks and symptoms flare ups that can lead to hospitalisation.   There is an … near schools is particularly harmful as it can stunt the growth of children’s lungs. They also breathe more … more vulnerable to air pollution because they’re closer to the ground or at face level with car exhausts – whether …

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Outer London GP practices top asthma prevalence rates in the capital

… like so many others in London, currently exceed annual air quality levels set by the World Health Organization. The … he was 8 months old. Rosa said : “Asthma is relentless – my son’s symptoms have meant over 26 trips to A&E since he … many local parents who have children with asthma and share my concerns about the poor air quality in Ealing. We must act …