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People living in poverty in Scotland are nearly seven times more likely to end up in hospital this winter fighting for breath
… this winter fighting for breath Living in poverty with COPD increases the risk of a winter emergency hospital … a priority. They want to see the Respiratory Care Action Plan (RCAP) fully implemented, speeded up diagnosis, more …
One million people in UK at risk of asthma attack because they could be relying on 'wrong inhaler'
… One million people in UK at risk of asthma attack because they could be relying on 'wrong … asthma nurse: an inhaler technique check, a written asthma plan and an annual review. This equates to around 3.8 million … has asthma and says that during periods of poor asthma management he was “overmedicating” on his reliever inhaler, …
You’re twice as likely to die of a lung condition in Wales during winter compared to summer
… for people with lung conditions as viruses such as flu and Covid-19, and cold air from plummeting temperatures are top … lung conditions should keep up to date with their flu, Covid-19, and pneumonia vaccines if eligible, make sure they …
We lost our daughter to asthma and want people to take it more seriously
… We lost our daughter to asthma and want people to take it more seriously Nearly … of any changes in their symptoms and helps show others how to look after their asthma. These basic steps can be … of asthma, what to do in an asthma attack and how to use an inhaler correctly. “Our son, Scott also has asthma, …
Charity takes stand against toxic air around playgrounds
… and 99% exceed World Health Organization limits on air pollution Released on 12th September 2024 Charity action … is taking a stand at public playgrounds in London, Manchester and Birmingham to highlight the life-long health … at Westminster’s Jubilee Gardens, Ardwick Green Park in Manchester and Moonlit Park in Birmingham during peak …