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People living in poverty in Scotland are nearly seven times more likely to end up in hospital this winter fighting for breath

… according to worrying new NHS Scotland figures analysed by Asthma + Lung UK Scotland Released on 20th November 2024 … conditions a priority. They want to see the Respiratory Care Action Plan (RCAP) fully implemented, speeded up diagnosis, more …

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Charity warns rapid rise in flu cases could put millions with lung conditions at risk

… flu levels continue to increase Released on 13th December 2024 Asthma + Lung UK is warning people with lung conditions … From Asthma + Lung UK’s Life With a Lung Condition Survey 2024 80 percent of people with asthma and 68 percent with … influenza vaccine uptake in GP patients: monthly data, 2024 to 2025, UK Health Security Agency. Available at: …

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Half of Integrated Care Systems in England unable to meet demand for diagnosing lung conditions

… symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may wait years for a diagnosis, or not get a diagnosis at all. 1.7 million people in the UK live with COPD, with around 600,000 more living undiagnosed and … a quick, accurate diagnosis and start receiving vital treatment as soon as possible. Untreated, COPD gets …

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Charity warns ‘below freezing’ temperatures could be deadly for people with lung conditions 

… most important thing to do is ensure you are using your preventer inhaler regularly as prescribed if you use one, as …