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Asthma triggers

… with asthma. If your asthma is well controlled, you should be able to join in, have fun and keep fit. Cigarettes and … your asthma symptoms and how you can avoid it. Indoor air pollution and allergies Find out about the types of air pollution and allergies you might find in your home and …

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Emotions and asthma

… Find out why emotions can impact your asthma and how to manage this trigger On this page Why do emotions trigger … asthma? Are emotions affecting my asthma? Five ways to manage your emotions Print this page On this page Why do … Get emotional support. Everybody feels emotional from time to time. If you feel overwhelmed or down, talk to

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Thunderstorms and asthma

… This moisture can break pollen grains and fungal spores down into smaller pieces. These small pieces can get into … indoors before, during and after thunderstorms. It’s a good idea to keep your windows closed too   if you have to go …

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Cigarettes and asthma

… trigger asthma symptoms? Avoiding second-hand smoke How to quit smoking Print this page On this page Why does tobacco … trigger asthma symptoms? Avoiding second-hand smoke How to quit smoking Print this page Why does tobacco smoke trigger … they are not risk-free. More evidence is needed on the long-term risks of vaping and breathing in second-hand …

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Pets and asthma

… What about hypoallergenic cats and dogs? Hypoallergenic means something with little or no allergy-producing symptoms. … be that you’re allergic to pollen or mould spores. Your cat or dog can bring in pollen and mould spores on their … for asthma say: there’s not enough evidence that owning a cat or dog when your child is very small will either increase …

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Stress and asthma

… anxiety. We have more information about  anxiety and your lung condition . Find out more about stress from the charity … to your medicine routine or follow your asthma action plan   People with asthma who are dealing with ongoing or … stress. We have plenty of support groups for people with lung conditions that can help you to manage your stress. Some …

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Alcohol and asthma

… extra doses of your MART or anti-inflammatory reliever (AIR) inhaler most days. These are signs that your asthma is … has a preventer inhaler. If you’ve been prescribed an AIR inhaler to use only when you get symptoms, find out more about your AIR treatment plan . 3. Share your asthma action plan with …

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Charity issues bonfire night warning to Scots living with a lung condition

… half of people with asthma surveyed in Scotland say poor air quality, including smoke, triggers their condition. 1 … 368,000 people living with asthma in Scotland, many could be at risk of a potentially life-threatening asthma attack due to a combination of bonfire night smoke, cold air and an abundance of colds and viruses, which can cause …

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Air pollution and asthma

… to stop people with lung conditions from worrying about the air they breathe. Read more about our policy work.   How … prescribed, even if you feel well. Be prepared by checking the pollution forecast in your area with DEFRA’s UK-wide …

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Asthma

… or you’re a parent of a child with asthma, you’re in the right place for expert advice. Asthma What is asthma? … is, and what causes it. Symptoms of asthma Find out what the common symptoms of asthma are and what to do if you have … risk of another attack. Types of asthma Find out about the different types of asthma and how you can manage yours …

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Number of children in hospital with life-threatening asthma attacks could quadruple as they return to school

… Number of children in hospital with life-threatening asthma attacks … warns of ‘perfect storm’ of triggers as it’s revealed the number of emergency hospital admissions for asthma rise … asthma at  asthma.org.uk/advice/child/back-to-school /." Data has shown that a spike in asthma attacks when the school …

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How to enjoy music festivals with asthma

… as well as your wellies! You can’t always avoid asthma triggers like cigarette smoke and changing weather at … your inhalers as well as your wellies! Avoiding asthma triggers like cigarette smoke , vapes and e-cigarettes and … your friends about your asthma. Let them know your asthma triggers and explain what they should do if you have an …

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Hay fever treatments

… symptoms? Yes No Not sure Leave this field blank Get support Call our helpline for support with your condition. Get advice on your medicines, … 222 5800 Email us helpline@asthmaandlung.org.uk Join a support group Learn more Next What is hay fever? You must …

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Exercise, physical activity and asthma

… active with asthma Print this page “It’s normal to breathe faster or more deeply during exercise. But if you have …