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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · 19d

Thank you Wales Online for sharing our health advice for students starting university.

Find out more ⬇️

www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news...

Family warns 'please take it seriously' after student died in nightclub

Zoe Nunn, 20, was studying politics

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · 19d

Our next #CPGonLungHealth presentation is from Tom Powell from Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB sharing his research identifying people living with lung conditions to access financial support to improve insulation in their homes

Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · 19d

Our first #CPGonLungHealth speaker is National Respiratory lead Dr Anthony Gibson talking about the exciting new breathlessness pathway @mabonapgwynfor.bsky.social @mikehedges.bsky.social

Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · 19d

Today we’re at the #CPGonLungHealth chaired by John Griffiths MS . First item is the AGM. John agreed to remain as chair for his final year as an MS. Thank you @mikehedges.bsky.social and @sionedplaid.bsky.social for proposing and seconding him

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · 25d

📢 Calling all teachers!

As part of our #AsthmaAtSchool campaign, we are urging schools to download our free poster which tells staff what to do if a child has an asthma attack ⬇️

#AsthmaAtSchool

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Asthma at School campaign poster

Asthma at School Campaign Poster Download our new Asthma at School campaign poster, which includes vital health advice on what to do if a child has an asthma attack. You can download this poster as a...

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Sep 5

We’re asking you to join us as we demand the latest air quality guidelines set by the World Health Organisation to be implemented, to protect the health of future generations:https://action.asthmaandlung.org.uk/page/171493/petition/1?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=&utm_id=

Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Sep 5

Have you signed our clean air e-petition?

If not, you still have plenty of time! We need your help as we demand governments across the UK to urgently implement the latest air quality guidelines set by the World Health Organisation, to protect the health of future generations.

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Sep 3

Many thanks to ITV Wales for featuring our story about the rise in hospital admissions of children with asthma once they return to school after the summer break.

Great to have Bec and son Berin talking about their experience.

www.itv.com/watch/news/s...

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Sep 2

📻Many thanks to BBC Radio Wales for having our Policy and Public Affairs Officer Bec Miller on the show to talk about the spike in asthma attacks once children go back to school.

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jul 23

Join the Asthma + Lung UK Advisory Panel and become a key voice in shaping the future of respiratory in Wales.

Help improve policies, provide feedback & share your unique perspective to make a real difference for people with lung conditions.

Find out more: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/support-us/v...

Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jul 18

Have you recently been diagnosed with a lung condition?

Each month our online support group will have a breathing exercise session and a nurse talk from one of our leading respiratory nurse.

Find out more about joining our community: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...

Breathe Easy Lates

Take control of your lung health with our new evening support group. Connect with others who understand what it’s like to feel breathless, share your experiences, and get tips to manage your breathles...

www.asthmaandlung.org.uk

Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jul 11

With more hot weather expected across much of Wales today and the weekend, it’s important to take care of yourself if you have a lung condition.

You can find more information on our website: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/living-with/...

Hot weather and your lungs

Hot weather can make asthma and other lung condition symptoms worse. Find out how to stay well in hot weather.

www.asthmaandlung.org.uk

Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jul 7

The summer holidays are nearly here! ☀️

We’ve got everything you need to help you make the most of your trip with your lung condition.

Check out our easy checklist to help you get prepared: orlo.uk/I9FZq

Holiday checklist

Our holiday checklist helps you make sure you’re fully prepared for travelling with a lung condition.

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jul 1

Today is World Bronchiectasis Day.

Bronchiectasis is a long-term condition that affects the airways in your lungs. If you have bronchiectasis, your airways are wider and become inflamed.

To find out more visit asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/bronchiectasis

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 29

Thank you Julie James MS for meeting us at #WelshLab25 . Air pollution is the biggest environmental threat to public health cutting short around 2000 lives a year in Wales. Thank you for delivering the Environment Act 2024 which will help reduce air pollution in Wales

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 29

Day 2 of #WelshLab25 starts with a Sport Wales fringe focussed on sport preventing health conditions with @huwirrancadaviesms.bsky.social @jacksargeantms.bsky.social . For people living with lung conditions, expanding pulmonary rehabilitation could save over £7 million and save 10,500 bed days

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 29

Thank you Mark Drakeford MS for meeting us at #WelshLab25 . Air pollution is the biggest environmental threat to public health cutting short around 2000 lives a year in Wales. Thank you for delivering the Environment Act 2024 which will help reduce air pollution in Wales

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 29

We are delighted by the announcement that lung cancer screening will be funded Wales-wide with people getting invited for tests in 2027. Across England and in the Cwm Taf pilot lung screening is finding cancer earlier and saving lives. This is great news for Wales www.gov.wales/written-stat...

Written Statement: A National Lung Screening Programme for Wales | GOV.WALES

Jeremy Miles MS, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care

www.gov.wales

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 28

Thank you @jacksargeantms.bsky.social for meeting us at #WelshLab25 to talk about lung health and clean air in Fflint Wrecsam. With 1 in 5 people living with a lung condition we need action to improve lung health, avoid hospital admissions and prevent deaths

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 28

Thank you @hefindavid.bsky.social for meeting us at #WelshLab25 to talk about lung health and clean air in Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni. With 1 in 5 people living with a lung condition we need action to improve lung health, avoid hospital admissions and prevent deaths

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 28

Thank you leader of Cardiff Council Cllr Huw Thomas for meeting us at #WelshLab25 to talk about lung health and clean air in Cardiff. With 1 in 5 people living with a lung condition we need action to improve lung health, avoid hospital admissions and prevent deaths

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 28

Thank you @hannahblythyn.bsky.social for meeting us at #WelshLab25 to talk about lung health and clean air in Clwyd. With 1 in 5 people living with a lung condition we need action to improve lung health, avoid hospital admissions and prevent deaths

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 28

Thank you @prifweinidog.gov.wales for meeting us at #WelshLab25 to talk about lung health and clean air. With 1 in 5 people living with a lung condition we need action to improve lung health, avoid hospital admissions and prevent deaths

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 28

Thank you John Griffiths MS for meeting us at #WelshLab25 to talk about lung health and clean air in Newport East. With 1 in 5 people living with a lung condition we need action to improve lung health, avoid hospital admissions and prevent deaths

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Asthma + Lung UK Cymru @asthmalungcymru.bsky.social · Jun 28

Thank you @janehutt.bsky.social for meeting us at #WelshLab25 to talk about lung health and clean air in the Vale of Glamorgan. With 1 in 5 people living with a lung condition we need action to improve lung health, avoid hospital admissions and prevent deaths

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