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Government dragging its feet on air pollution, risking people's lives and lung health
… publishing air quality targets as required by Environment Act. Released on 28th October 2022 The government had … commit to new clean air targets as part of the Environment Act by the end of October 2022. Unfortunately the government … publish targets by the end of the month as required by the Act. Sarah Woolnough, CEO at Asthma + Lung UK, said: “The …
Cost of living crisis: 1 in 5 people with asthma surveyed say price hikes causing asthma attacks
… such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and bronchiectasis, also found that 1 in 2 say their … cost of living crisis began, with many needing emergency treatment. Asthma + Lung UK warns that with winter already … Robinson, 42, from North London, who has severe asthma and COPD which he helps to manage by using a nebuliser. He’s cut …
'Toxic cocktail' of dirty air could heighten risk of asthma attacks
… 'Toxic cocktail' of dirty air could heighten risk of asthma attacks Lung charity responds to high air pollution forecast. Released on 13th August 2022 Asthma + Lung UK, the UK lung charity, is warning people … week and next could heighten the risk of life-threatening asthma attacks and flare-ups of other lung conditions. The …
Children with asthma in Scotland returning to school are at increased risk of asthma attacks
… Children with asthma in Scotland returning to school are at increased risk of asthma attacks The number of Scottish children being … could be at risk of having a life-threatening asthma attack when they return to school after the summer holidays, …
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Asthma attacks on the increase as children return to school warns school
… Asthma attacks on the increase as children return to school … The number of Scottish children being hospitalised for asthma attacks in September nearly triples after starting the … be at risk of having a potentially life-threatening asthma attack after returning to the classroom. Preventer inhaler …
Youngsters experiencing deprivation more likely to have asthma attacks when they return to school
… Youngsters experiencing deprivation more likely to have asthma attacks when they return to school Figures from Asthma + Lung UK show children and teenagers who experience … four times more likely to be hospitalised with an asthma attack when they go back to school Released on 24th August …
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'Abysmal' lack of testing for lung conditions is forcing GPs to play a 'guessing game' with diagnosis
… game' with diagnosis A new report by leading lung charity Asthma + Lung UK shines a light on the “dire state” of lung … 26th September 2023 A new report by leading lung charity Asthma + Lung UK shines a light on the “dire state” of lung … and going walking. With the right care, we can regain control of our lives." Dr Andrew Whittamore, Clinical Lead at …