Asthma + Lung UK
@asthmaandlung.org.uk
We fight for everyone’s right to breath. From Research, campaigning, advice + support. For queries about your lung condition please call our helpline.
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Hi everyone 👋 We’re Asthma + Lung UK and we’re here to help fight for everyone’s right to breath!
From research + campaigning to advice + support, we’re the UK’s leading lung charity.
Find out more about what we do: asthmaandlung.org.uk
From research + campaigning to advice + support, we’re the UK’s leading lung charity.
Find out more about what we do: asthmaandlung.org.uk
If you live with a lung condition, poor indoor air quality can make your symptoms worse. Find out about the types of air pollution you might find in your home and view our best ways to improve indoor air quality: bit.ly/4oFn0D5
October 30, 2025 at 11:52 AM
If you live with a lung condition, poor indoor air quality can make your symptoms worse. Find out about the types of air pollution you might find in your home and view our best ways to improve indoor air quality: bit.ly/4oFn0D5
This month, our research + innovation team attended the
@europeanrespsoc.bsky.social congress. An event dedicated
to showcasing the latest in lung health research, treatments, and care. Read about all the highlights from the congress 🧪 bit.ly/4o1DO7y
@europeanrespsoc.bsky.social congress. An event dedicated
to showcasing the latest in lung health research, treatments, and care. Read about all the highlights from the congress 🧪 bit.ly/4o1DO7y
October 20, 2025 at 2:10 PM
This month, our research + innovation team attended the
@europeanrespsoc.bsky.social congress. An event dedicated
to showcasing the latest in lung health research, treatments, and care. Read about all the highlights from the congress 🧪 bit.ly/4o1DO7y
@europeanrespsoc.bsky.social congress. An event dedicated
to showcasing the latest in lung health research, treatments, and care. Read about all the highlights from the congress 🧪 bit.ly/4o1DO7y
Did you know that a brand new treatment for bronchiectasis – the first ever treatment developed specifically for this condition – could be available within the next few years?
October 17, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Did you know that a brand new treatment for bronchiectasis – the first ever treatment developed specifically for this condition – could be available within the next few years?
Respiratory research is underfunded and undervalued. It receives just 2.5% of public research funding. Lung Research and Innovation Group have identified a new, unifying research framework to drive focus and investment: the Lung Research Grand Challenges.
October 10, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Respiratory research is underfunded and undervalued. It receives just 2.5% of public research funding. Lung Research and Innovation Group have identified a new, unifying research framework to drive focus and investment: the Lung Research Grand Challenges.
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A new study from @drtesutherland.bsky.social (@uniofaberdeen.bsky.social) suggests future asthma treatments could reverse lung damage.
Funded by @medresfdn.bsky.social + @asthmaandlung.org.uk, this research may transform care for asthma + other fibrosis-linked diseases.💡
📖➡️ https://bit.ly/4mHTOKq
Funded by @medresfdn.bsky.social + @asthmaandlung.org.uk, this research may transform care for asthma + other fibrosis-linked diseases.💡
📖➡️ https://bit.ly/4mHTOKq
Research points to new treatment target for asthma
A new way to treat asthma symptoms and even repair previously irreversible lung damage could be on the horizon following the discovery of a potential new therapeutic target by Foundation-funded Dr Tara Sutherland and a team of scientists at the University of Aberdeen.
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October 1, 2025 at 3:40 PM
A new study from @drtesutherland.bsky.social (@uniofaberdeen.bsky.social) suggests future asthma treatments could reverse lung damage.
Funded by @medresfdn.bsky.social + @asthmaandlung.org.uk, this research may transform care for asthma + other fibrosis-linked diseases.💡
📖➡️ https://bit.ly/4mHTOKq
Funded by @medresfdn.bsky.social + @asthmaandlung.org.uk, this research may transform care for asthma + other fibrosis-linked diseases.💡
📖➡️ https://bit.ly/4mHTOKq
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Help improve the diagnosis of chronic lung disease in primary care.
We're creating a target product profile (TPP) for a Simple Lung Test with @asthmaandlung.org.uk & @nihrtechevalhrc.bsky.social
If you work in diagnostics or lung health, take this survey to help refine our TPP:https://t.ly/vpHSv.
We're creating a target product profile (TPP) for a Simple Lung Test with @asthmaandlung.org.uk & @nihrtechevalhrc.bsky.social
If you work in diagnostics or lung health, take this survey to help refine our TPP:https://t.ly/vpHSv.
September 30, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Help improve the diagnosis of chronic lung disease in primary care.
We're creating a target product profile (TPP) for a Simple Lung Test with @asthmaandlung.org.uk & @nihrtechevalhrc.bsky.social
If you work in diagnostics or lung health, take this survey to help refine our TPP:https://t.ly/vpHSv.
We're creating a target product profile (TPP) for a Simple Lung Test with @asthmaandlung.org.uk & @nihrtechevalhrc.bsky.social
If you work in diagnostics or lung health, take this survey to help refine our TPP:https://t.ly/vpHSv.
September 30, 2025 at 8:24 AM
Fantastic #ERSCongress mini symposium: “Lung Sounds Unplugged – A Global Perspective”, featuring Professor Jacky Smith from the University of Manchester and a great shout-out to Asthma + Lung UK!
September 29, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Fantastic #ERSCongress mini symposium: “Lung Sounds Unplugged – A Global Perspective”, featuring Professor Jacky Smith from the University of Manchester and a great shout-out to Asthma + Lung UK!
Great to hear the @who.int and @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social report on chronic respiratory conditions referenced at #ERSCongress. With thousands attending #ERS2025, we’re inspired by the shared commitment to better understanding lung conditions. 👏🌍
🔗 www.who.int/europe/publi...
🔗 www.who.int/europe/publi...
Chronic respiratory diseases in the WHO European Region
Publicaciones de la Organización Mundial de la Salud
www.who.int
September 29, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Great to hear the @who.int and @europeanrespsoc.bsky.social report on chronic respiratory conditions referenced at #ERSCongress. With thousands attending #ERS2025, we’re inspired by the shared commitment to better understanding lung conditions. 👏🌍
🔗 www.who.int/europe/publi...
🔗 www.who.int/europe/publi...
A huge thank you to the UK lung research community for joining us at our evening reception. It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces. We’re looking forward to all the incredible work ahead! #LungResearch #ERSCongress
September 29, 2025 at 7:12 AM
A huge thank you to the UK lung research community for joining us at our evening reception. It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces. We’re looking forward to all the incredible work ahead! #LungResearch #ERSCongress
Good morning from Amsterdam! 🌅 We’re excited for day two of #ERSCongress - will we see you there?
#LungHealth #Respiratory
#LungHealth #Respiratory
September 29, 2025 at 6:10 AM
Good morning from Amsterdam! 🌅 We’re excited for day two of #ERSCongress - will we see you there?
#LungHealth #Respiratory
#LungHealth #Respiratory
Another Asthma + Lung UK team member spotted: Samantha Walker and Lynn Elsey discussing “blue inhaler” vs “brown inhaler” behaviors. Stop by PS-13 to find out more 🫁 #ERSCongress2025
September 28, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Another Asthma + Lung UK team member spotted: Samantha Walker and Lynn Elsey discussing “blue inhaler” vs “brown inhaler” behaviors. Stop by PS-13 to find out more 🫁 #ERSCongress2025
Catch our very own Dr Erika Kennington in PS-5 as she presents the Innovation Accelerator methodology for evaluating and enhancing the usability of self-management products!
September 28, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Catch our very own Dr Erika Kennington in PS-5 as she presents the Innovation Accelerator methodology for evaluating and enhancing the usability of self-management products!
Enjoying the hustle and bustle of the afternoon poster session! #ERSCongress2025
September 28, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Enjoying the hustle and bustle of the afternoon poster session! #ERSCongress2025
Say hello to our Asthma + Lung UK Travel Fellowship Award winners 👋 We’ll be taking you with us and stopping by as they present their posters.
September 28, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Say hello to our Asthma + Lung UK Travel Fellowship Award winners 👋 We’ll be taking you with us and stopping by as they present their posters.
Good morning ☀️ It’s a sunny morning in Amsterdam, and we’re excited for #ERSCongress2025 !
September 28, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Good morning ☀️ It’s a sunny morning in Amsterdam, and we’re excited for #ERSCongress2025 !
Did you know that your body clock might affect your asthma? Professor @hdurrington.bsky.social's research study has found that testing in the morning could help people receive a more accurate diagnosis for their asthma.
September 16, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Did you know that your body clock might affect your asthma? Professor @hdurrington.bsky.social's research study has found that testing in the morning could help people receive a more accurate diagnosis for their asthma.
Will you help us to transform lung health and encourage your school to fundraise for Asthma + Lung UK? To find out more, get in touch with us at community@asthmaandlung.org.uk 📚
September 11, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Will you help us to transform lung health and encourage your school to fundraise for Asthma + Lung UK? To find out more, get in touch with us at community@asthmaandlung.org.uk 📚
Right now, thousands of people are struggling to breathe while they wait for a diagnosis. This delay can be catastrophic, we can change that. We’re on a mission to get fast, accurate diagnoses for people with lung conditions. #DiagnosisDelay
Find out more information: bit.ly/4peMHM0
Find out more information: bit.ly/4peMHM0
September 8, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Right now, thousands of people are struggling to breathe while they wait for a diagnosis. This delay can be catastrophic, we can change that. We’re on a mission to get fast, accurate diagnoses for people with lung conditions. #DiagnosisDelay
Find out more information: bit.ly/4peMHM0
Find out more information: bit.ly/4peMHM0
Our five week course features special mindfulness techniques such as meditation and mindful movement.
These can be used to help you to build a helpful toolkit of practices for your lung condition.
You can find out more information here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...
These can be used to help you to build a helpful toolkit of practices for your lung condition.
You can find out more information here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...
September 2, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Our five week course features special mindfulness techniques such as meditation and mindful movement.
These can be used to help you to build a helpful toolkit of practices for your lung condition.
You can find out more information here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...
These can be used to help you to build a helpful toolkit of practices for your lung condition.
You can find out more information here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...
The best way to make sure your child with asthma is being cared for properly by their school or nursery is to talk to their teacher or nursery key worker every term. Find out more here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/a...
August 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM
The best way to make sure your child with asthma is being cared for properly by their school or nursery is to talk to their teacher or nursery key worker every term. Find out more here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/a...
Thinking about Christmas already? Because we are 🎄
The Big Christmas Singalong is coming back! Hold your own singalong fundraiser in support of Asthma + Lung UK. Sign up today: bit.ly/3JhCm1e
The Big Christmas Singalong is coming back! Hold your own singalong fundraiser in support of Asthma + Lung UK. Sign up today: bit.ly/3JhCm1e
August 15, 2025 at 9:45 AM
Thinking about Christmas already? Because we are 🎄
The Big Christmas Singalong is coming back! Hold your own singalong fundraiser in support of Asthma + Lung UK. Sign up today: bit.ly/3JhCm1e
The Big Christmas Singalong is coming back! Hold your own singalong fundraiser in support of Asthma + Lung UK. Sign up today: bit.ly/3JhCm1e
What does the hot weather do to your lungs? Emma Rubach, our head of health advice, urges people with lung conditions to take extra care in @express.co.uk
www.express.co.uk/news/weather...
www.express.co.uk/news/weather...
August 14, 2025 at 3:52 PM
What does the hot weather do to your lungs? Emma Rubach, our head of health advice, urges people with lung conditions to take extra care in @express.co.uk
www.express.co.uk/news/weather...
www.express.co.uk/news/weather...
The hot weather is back with a bang this week! However, things like hay fever, air pollution and hot weather can make breathing more difficult and stop you doing the things you love. We know that the summer isn’t the easiest season to have a lung condition.
August 13, 2025 at 8:48 AM
The hot weather is back with a bang this week! However, things like hay fever, air pollution and hot weather can make breathing more difficult and stop you doing the things you love. We know that the summer isn’t the easiest season to have a lung condition.