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How asthma research is ‘quietly’ breaking new ground

… Research How asthma research is ‘quietly’ breaking new ground Professor … made a potentially life-changing discovery for people with asthma, in the ‘silent zone’ of the lungs. It could be the key to finding new ways to diagnose and treat asthma – and save lives. Ian Jarrold Published 23rd May 2022 …

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A dip into the history of lung treatments through the ages

… Published 7th April 2022 Inhalers and nebulisers Bird-type inhaler If you were struggling with symptoms of asthma, … to have asthma attacks and flare ups.  Bird-type inhaler with accessories, United Kingdom, 1869.  Science … .  Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) Nelson-type inhaler As well as cigarettes, cigars and pipes, Victorians …

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Diagnosing the problem: Lauren’s story

… a jog with my brother and had to turn back due to severe breathing difficulties, that I went to see a doctor. They …

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Respiratory Insights - involving patients to improve research

… lung conditions. Danielle Roe Published 22nd March 2022 At Asthma + Lung UK, we’re uniquely placed to hear directly from … patients. A three-step process We believe that if research is to be meaningful, it has to involve patients. The best way … this unmet need with the people who will use it, based on what works for them and what doesn’t. 3. Test and iterate …

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Introducing Asthma + Lung UK: always fighting for your right to breathe

… Campaigning Introducing Asthma + Lung UK: always fighting for your right to breathe After working together for over two years, Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation have now become Asthma + Lung UK. Our CEO Sarah Woolnough tells you more …

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I still struggle sometimes but my body has learned to make up for the loss of a lung

… Richard from Lancashire ran the London Marathon 2024 for Asthma + Lung UK. He had to build his endurance up gradually … about how he keeps active with his condition. Richard, Asthma + Lung UK supporter Published 13th February 2025 I had … … Richard from Lancashire ran the London Marathon 2024 for Asthma + Lung UK. He had to build his endurance up gradually …

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Asthma often limited what I could do - until I started running

… I manage and control my asthma by using my preventer inhaler twice a day and I always have my reliever inhaler with me just in case I get any asthma symptoms. All …