… testing capacity to meet the demand in their area, while only eight of the ICSs that responded reported having enough … and one of the senior respiratory clinical leaders in the Birmingham area, is one of six ‘Respiratory Champions’ … 2024 to all 42 ICSs in England. 32 ICSs responded to tell us about how they are diagnosing, treating and …

… the more likely they are to live a longer, fuller life. 4 While some people with the condition have no history of … For those with a diagnosis of COPD, who still smoke, the best thing they can do is to stop. They should also discuss a … can get the right treatment as quickly as possible. The best way of preventing COPD is to avoid or give up smoking …

… card which can be downloaded from our website. “It is also vital to know what to do in an emergency. Following … on our new Asthma in School campaign poster which can also be found on our website.” Rhea Kershaw, Acting Deputy … an asthma attack. “The poster makes the five steps very easy to understand in an emergency, and ensuring parents fill …

… We had no idea that COPD would kill my Dad, now I'm campaigning to help others … rehabilitation if indicated Co-develop a personalised self-management plan Optimise treatment for comorbidities … …

… our homes could be putting ourselves and our neighbours at risk.  “Burning wood is a source of air pollution both inside …

… a 'perfect storm' for NHS Wales this winter Asthma + Lung UK Cymru launch a new report revealing that people with lung … temperatures. The analysis commissioned by Asthma + Lung UK Cymru says that despite lung conditions being the third … on hospitals. 6 If properly implemented, Asthma + Lung UK Cymru’s recommendations would save significantly more than …

… of their usual preventer inhaler routines over the summer break, which can leave them much more vulnerable to an asthma …