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Together, we're campaigning for better lung health.

1 in 5 people in the UK will live with a lung condition in their lives. Lung conditions are the UK’s third biggest killer and cost the NHS billions every year. Toxic air contributes to 43,000 deaths in the UK per year. 

We need to change this. For far too many people, this is life+breath. 

Join us as a campaigner and help us fight to fix respiratory care, invest in life-saving research into lung conditions and clean up the toxic air which is stunting the growth of our children's lungs. 

Together we are stronger. 

Keep people with lung conditions safe all year round

We're calling on the government for the UK to have a dedicated respiratory plan to keep people safe and well.

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Clean air campaigns

Air pollution is a health emergency. Across the UK it is at lethal levels and too little is being done to tackle it. Find out how you can help.
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Who we are

Find out who we are and how we help people with lung conditions and asthma.

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I was told to avoid air pollution because of my lung conditions but it's impossible where I live

Susan, 52, from Manchester, was diagnosed with asthma in 2022 and bronchiectasis the following year. She has had to attend A&E twice due to asthma attacks, and even with daily medication she has a persistent cough and can become breathless.
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Speaking up for lung health at the political party conferences

The political party conferences are a rare opportunity for charities campaigning for change like us. It gives us the chance to drectly influence politicians and make sure your voices are heard. Read about how we spoke up for lung health at this year's conferences.
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What the government’s 10-year health plan means for people with lung conditions

The government has just published its 10-Year Health Plan, aiming to transform how health and care services are delivered in England. Here we explain what this could mean for people with lung conditions and the care they receive.

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Find out how we support people in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

Scotland

Discover Asthma + Lung UK Scotland's mission to promote lung health and clean air. Explore our campaigns, advocacy and support for those with lung conditions in Scotland.

Wales

Learn how Asthma + Lung UK Cymru is advocating for cleaner air and improved lung health in Wales. Our efforts focus on reducing air pollution, enhancing asthma care and supporting those with lung conditions.

Northern Ireland

Find out how Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland is fighting for clean air and better lung health. Our campaigns aim to enhance asthma care, reduce air pollution and support rehabilitation for those with lung conditions.

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