Some children get out of routine during the summer holidays and do not take their preventer medicines every day as prescribed. This can lead to their asthma being poorly controlled when they go back to school. Learn more: asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/ast…

It’s scary when you can’t catch your breath. What do you think future research into why people struggle to catch their breath should prioritise?  Take Asthma + Lung UK Research's short survey to share your top 10 research priorities:  orlo.uk/HiQDO

Your child should have their asthma review at least once a year. Your GP surgery will invite your child for the appointment, but if not, you should book it yourself. Find out what happens at a routine annual asthma review and how to get the best from your child’s appointment:

With GP practices getting busier, appointments can be hard to find. But those with lung conditions can take charge of their illness to make sure they are getting the right treatment and care. Dr Andy Whittamore, Clinical Lead at Asthma + Lung UK, gives his advice on how you can

Make sure you're prepared for the bank holiday. Health services may be more busy than usual and it may take longer for GPs and pharmacists to process your prescription. Don't forget you can use NHS 111 to check your symptoms and get health advice. ☑️ 👇 111.wales.nhs.uk

We have lots more information and advice on our website to help you understand, manage and live well with a lung condition. You can download or print a free copy of the resource you need here: shop.asthmaandlung.org.uk/collections/he…

Read emergency advice on what to do if you have an asthma attack, and how to help someone else having an asthma attack. Being aware of these steps could save a life: asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/ast…

The The BMA share their support for a ban on disposable vapes and say a ban on flavours could also help reduce the appeal to children. Our survey in Wales this year revealed that 83% are concerned about the use of vaping products in schools and the marketing of vaping products

Sign up to our six-week mindfulness course! It aims to give members the tools that will support them in leading more fulfilling lives. Helping to improve quality of life, reduce emotional distress and reduce fatigue: asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-support…

Mae 'na awgrym bod teirgwaith nifer y plant sydd ag asthma yn gorfod cael triniaeth ysbyty ym mis Medi, wrth i blant fynd yn ôl i'r ysgol 🩺 🫁 Mae'r ystadegau wedi cael eu cyhoeddi gan y gwasanaeth iechyd Gwrandewch ar y sgwrs yng nghwmni Branwen Niclas ar #DrosFrecwast 👇

In Cardiff Bay to be interviewed by ITV Wales News about why asthma hospital admissions spike when children go back to school, and what we can do about it. Just need to get changed

#BackToSchool: Did you know children’s asthma admissions almost triples in September? We want to change this. We’re urging parents to be on guard and schools to download and display our free poster showing what to do if a child has an asthma attack: shop.asthmaandlung.org.uk/collections/as…

Thank you, Branwen and Huw, for helping us raise awareness of the seriousness of asthma, especially when children start the new school term! We really appreciate your support 💜🫁

You may have seen Branwen and Huw in the news this week. 💜 Mum, Branwen from Anglesey has been helping us raise awareness of the seriousness of asthma as new data shows the number of children being hospitalised with asthma attacks in September almost triples (175%) after

Last year asthma hospital admissions almost tripled (2.8x, 175% increase) as children went #BackToSchool from 36 in August to 99 in September📈see our advice below ⬇️

Free webinar to understand the role of sex hormones and asthma. Why is asthma worse for women? Join the event to learn more 👇👇