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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 3d

Join Dr Charlie Addy and Professor Peter Openshaw CBE to discuss the lessons learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic, future pandemic preparations and how to better protect patients and healthcare systems.

👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025

#COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory

Pandemic Preparedness: safeguarding our future with Professor Peter Openshaw CBE

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 11d

Distinguished respiratory physician and mucosal immunologist Professor Peter Openshaw CBE joins us in the latest episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast to discuss Pandemic Preparedness.

Explore the Episode 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025

#COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 13d

Always lovely to catch up with Orla Veale, CEO of @irishthoracicS #ERSCongress

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 17d

Our host Dr Charlie Addy speaks with Professor Peter Openshaw CBE to discuss Pandemic Preparedness and lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Listen Here 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025

#COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory #Healthcare

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 18d

Join FIRS' webinar: “Redefining Lung Health” at 1pm today in celebration of World Lung Day.

This special webinar will spotlight FIRS’ major global efforts to improve lung health: redefining how it is assessed and how to ensure everyone has access to the medicines they need.

👉 bit.ly/WLDWebinar

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 19d

This document outlines the following four-step approach and includes a practical care pathway:

1) Identification
2) Assessment
3) Management
4) Monitoring

Find out how timely nutritional support can enhance quality of life for people living with COPD 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD0825

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 20d

Our host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks with Professor Nick Hart to discuss barriers to treatment and the latest research in COPD.

Learn more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD-2025

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 25d

Join Dr Charlie Addy and Professor Peter Openshaw CBE to discuss the lessons learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic, future pandemic preparations and how to better protect patients and healthcare systems.

👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025

#COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 26d

COPD is the second most common cause for hospital admission and the third leading cause of death worldwide.

Join Professor Robin Condliffe and Professor Nick Hart in the latest episode 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD-2025

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 28d

The 10-Year NHS Health Plan for England reimagines how the NHS does care so patients have real choice and control over their health and care. Respiratory Futures will aim to showcase innovative practice to support this.

Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RF10Year0825

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Sep 11

Renowned clinical and research leader Professor Nick Hart joins us in the latest episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast to discuss the latest research in COPD.

Listen here 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD-2025

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Sep 10

@healthyairuk.bsky.social - “Making Britain’s air cleaner, healthier and better to breathe: A blueprint for government action on clean air.”

Read the full report 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFHAC0825

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Sep 8

The pathway and resources are designed for use across community settings, including primary care and care homes. It aims to support the nutritional care of individuals with COPD, especially those at risk of malnutrition.

Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD0825

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Sep 5

Our host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks with Professor Nick Hart to discuss barriers to treatment and the latest research in COPD.

Learn more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD-2025

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Sep 4

The 10-Year NHS Health Plan for England will be central to how the Government delivers on its health mission. Respiratory Futures will aim to showcase innovative practice to support this.

Learn more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RF10Year0825

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Sep 3

With episodes covering respiratory disease, careers and integrated care, there is an episode for every professional journey.

Explore the podcast 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpodcast

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Sep 1

The @artp.org.uk position statement on race neutral spirometry reference values endorses the use of GLI Global reference values for spirometry.

Find out More 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFPositionStatementARTP

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 29

COPD is the second most common cause for hospital admission and the third leading cause of death worldwide.

Join Professor Robin Condliffe and Professor Nick Hart in the latest episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD-2025

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 28

The @btsrespiratory.bsky.social Clinical Statement on Aspergillus-related chronic lung disease sets out best practice in the diagnosis and management of chronic fungal lung disease.

Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFAspergillus0825

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 25

The latest @healthyairuk.bsky.social report calls for stronger science-based air quality targets and a robust legislative framework to drive real policy change.

Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFHAC0825

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 22

RESP Webinars are an initiative we developed with Inspire and Asthma + Lung UK to provide a free educational resource to respiratory professionals.

Join Professor Janes for insights into the early detection of Lung Cancer.

👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RESPSeptember

#Respiratory #Webinar #Education

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 21

Calling for change in respiratory care, @rcphysicians.bsky.social State of the Nation Report presents data on care received by people with asthma and COPD.

Read the report 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFNRAP0825

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 21

The Managing Malnutrition in COPD materials support the nutritional care of individuals with COPD, especially those at risk of developing or experiencing malnutrition.

Explore the four-step approach and practical care pathway 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD0825

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 20

Physiotherapist and tracheostomy service lead Paul Twose shares his experience working within the NHS and providing care for patients who have had a tracheostomy. 

👉 brit-thoracic.uk/TrachCare2025

Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · Aug 19

The 10-Year NHS Health Plan for England aims to create a new model of care, fit for the future. Respiratory Futures will aim to showcase innovative practice to support this.

Find out more here 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RF10Year0825