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Know your rights - what to do if you have damp and mould in a rented home

… Advice + Support Know your rights - what to do if you have damp and mould in a rented home Damp is a … Advice Published 30th January 2024 It's important to take action against damp and mould in your home, as they can … condition and should fix damp and mould quickly. Here’s how to deal with damp and mould if you rent. Why damp and …

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The nurse on the helpline reassured me at a critical time in my life

… was the first time in my life that it didn’t lead to any chest infections or any breathing difficulties. It has been …

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If I can help prevent just one asthma attack I’ll be happy

… Your stories If I can help prevent just one asthma attack I’ll be happy Our incredible supporter Natalie took on … cycling challenge to raise awareness of just how serious asthma can be. Here she tells us all about it. Natalie, …

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When I’m hospitalised, staff assume it’s because of anxiety

… Beki, Asthma + Lung UK supporter Published 14th February 2025 In July 2022, I caught COVID and was very unwell, …

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Fighting for clean air at the elections

… Campaigning Fighting for clean air at the elections Last week, communities across England … voted for their new Metro Mayors. Here in the Clean Air team at Asthma + Lung UK, we’ve been busy making sure … understood the need to protect everyone’s lungs from toxic air. Read on to hear what we’ve been doing across the UK to …

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Five tips to look after your mental health

… on 0300 222 5800 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm). If you have asthma, we also have a WhatsApp service. Send the Asthma + Lung UK Helpline a WhatsApp message on 07378 606 728 … on a working day.  It’s good to talk Did you know that Asthma + Lung UK has more than 150 support groups meeting …

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Urgent appointments and your child

… 999. Read more about when to call 999 about your child’s breathing and seeing a doctor about your child's breathing . How do I get an urgent appointment for my child? …

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The impact of COVID-19 on lung health care for my patients

… diagnosis waiting for tests to diagnose and monitor asthma , like FeNO who have been unable to access pulmonary … A balanced diet and drinking plenty of water can help control your symptoms and prevent infections, which keeps … you can do to prepare for a breathing or lung function test , if you have one booked in. You can also find advice on …

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Is it safe to use oxygen or nebulisers at home?

… following conditions: bronchiectasis chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) cystic fibrosis pulmonary fibrosis , and other interstitial lung diseases obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) pulmonary hypertension severe heart disease Speak to a …

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How the next generation are fighting for lung health by becoming Clean Air Champions!

… about clean air this year and how important it is for safe breathing and keeping our lungs healthy. In this blog, … about clean air this year and how important it is for safe breathing and keeping our lungs healthy. In this blog, …

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Monthly myth busting - Getting out of breath isn’t always bad for your lungs!

… during physical activity being bad for your lungs. Asthma + Lung UK Published 21st July 2022 The fear of getting … be worried that getting breathless means a flare-up or an asthma attack is on the way. This can sometimes make you feel …