Winter lung health

Cold weather can make the symptoms of your lung condition worse and increase your risk becoming unwell. Find out how to stay well this winter.

Smoke and chemicals from fireworks could affect your lung condition. Find out how to stay well around fireworks and bonfires.

There’s a lot you can do to stay well during the festive season. Find out how to prepare for the upcoming holidays and winter celebrations like Christmas.

Flu is a virus that spreads in the winter months. Find out more about what flu is, how it affects people with lung conditions and how you can prevent it.

Bronchiolitis is a viral chest infection that affects babies and children under two years old. Find out about symptoms, diagnosis, management and prevention.

Find out about COVID-19, if your lung condition means you’re more at risk, what to do if you get COVID-19, and if you’re eligible for vaccine boosters or anti-viral treatments.

Pneumonia is a type of chest infection. If you have asthma, COPD or another lung condition, you’re more likely to get seriously ill or need to go to hospital.

Find out about the types of air pollution and allergies you might find in your home and at work. We also have advice about improving your indoor air quality.

This is support with everyday costs like bills, food, prescriptions and transport. Find out if you could get financial help because of your lung condition.

Find out why living with a long-term lung condition can affect your mental wellbeing and what you can do to support your emotional health.