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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · 14h

Our second presentation is from our Head of Asthma + Lung UK NI @joseph_ALUK speaking about our new respiratory diagnosis report at the #APGonLungHealth @colinmcgrathsdlp.bsky.social

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · 14h

This treated is helping get the correct diagnosis for people, make sure they have the right inhalers and improving their health and well-being #APGonLungHealth

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · 14h

Our first #APGonLungHealth presentation is from Greg Miller and Anna Fay on the Lisburn #FENO pilot, showing the benefits to people with asthma and the wider health system in Northern Ireland of rolling out this diagnostic tool

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · 14h

Today we’re supporting the #APGonLungHealth and its chair @colinmcgrathsdlp.bsky.social . We have a great meeting planned at 1pm focussed on diagnosing respiratory conditions

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · 15d

Thank you to the Irish News for sharing our health advice for students starting at university.

Find out more: www.irishnews.com/news/uk/family-of-student-who-died-from-asthma-attack-urge-young-people-to-carry-inhaler

www.irishnews.com

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · 21d

📢 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 Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Sep 5

We’re asking you to join us as we demand that the latest air quality guidelines set by WHO are 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 Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.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 Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Sep 4

📺 Great to have coverage of our #AsthmaAtSchool campaign, helping to highlight the increase in hospital admission for children with asthma when they start back at school.

A big thank you to St Caolan’s Primary School for your continued support.

www.itv.com/watch/news/a...

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Sep 2

As the children head back to the classrooms, find out how to keep your child safe at school or nursery if they have asthma or suspected asthma.

More info here: asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/asthma/child/life/school

Asthma at school and nursery

Find out how to keep your child safe at school or nursery if they have asthma or suspected asthma.

asthmaandlung.org.uk

Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jul 23

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

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...

Nations Advisory Panel volunteer (online)

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

www.asthmaandlung.org.uk

Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.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 Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.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 Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.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 Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 25

Our Harmonica for Lung Health starts tomorrow Thursday 26 June 2025.

Our six-week harmonica groups are fun and sociable. You'll learn a new skill and techniques for breathing!

Sign up: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...

Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 24

This is an exciting development for air quality, with funding of €6.5 million secured as part of a cross-border consortium.
Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland are delighted to be an associate partner and look forward to playing a role as we strive to improve air quality here.

Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) @seupb.bsky.social · Jun 24

PEACEPLUS funding of €6.5million has been awarded to a cross-border partnership - PEACE-Air - that will work to improve air quality across the island of Ireland. Read more: www.seupb.eu/latest/news/eu65m-peaceplus-funding-awarded-improve-air-quality-across-island-ireland

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 24

Thank you STV News for creating this little video about our recent polling that shows 3 in 4 Scots want better enforcement of the law when it comes to people leaving their engines running while parked up near school gates.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEsJ...

Three-quarters of Scots 'would back ban on idling vehicles near schools'

YouTube video by STV News

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 23

Are you heading off to a festival this summer?

There are a few things to look out for if you have asthma but there’s no need for it to stop you from having fun.

Read our blog for ways to have great time & stay safe: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/blog/advice-support/how-enjoy-music-festivals-asthma

How to enjoy music festivals with asthma

If you're heading off to a festival this summer don't forget to pack your asthma inhalers as well as your wellies! You can’t always avoid asthma triggers like cigarette smoke and changing weather at f...

www.asthmaandlung.org.uk

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Joseph Carter @josephaluk.bsky.social · Jun 19

'I lost my papa to a chronic lung condition and now I want to help the next generation' - @asthmalungni.bsky.social volunteer Nicole Johnston shares her story
www.belfastlive.co.uk/news/belfast...

'I lost my papa to a chronic lung condition and now I want to help others'

The newly crowned Miss Belfast is raising awareness of respiratory diseases after the heartbreaking loss of a close family member

www.belfastlive.co.uk

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 18

Our second #APGonLungHealth presentation is from @fenobyniox.bsky.social Karen Frankland talking about the new @nicecomms.bsky.social guidelines for asthma and the importance of FeNO. @colinmcgrathsdlp.bsky.social

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 18

We are delighted by this announcement. A new Respiratory Forum co-chaired by a Director and a senior clinician will ensure that Trusts are implementing the recommendations #APGonLungHealth

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 18

Our first speaker at the #APGonLungHealth is Sophie Lusby from the @healthdpt.bsky.social . She shared the positive news that the department will support the reestablishing a Respiratory Forum co-chaired by a Trust director and senior clinician

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Asthma + Lung UK @asthmaandlung.org.uk · Jun 17

If you’re living with a lung condition you may find our special four week breathing course helpful.

You can find out more information here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...

Asthma and Lung UK are promoting their body breathing workshop. A woman is practising body breathing to help with her lung condition.

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Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland @asthmalungni.bsky.social · Jun 18

Today we’re at the #APGonLungHealth chaired by @colinmcgrathsdlp.bsky.social . The meeting is being webcast on our Facebook page if you want to see it

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Asthma + Lung UK @asthmaandlung.org.uk · May 31

On #WorldNoTobaccoDay we’re calling for the money needed to help fund Stop Smoking services to come from a levy on the tobacco industry. These services are vital to creating a smoke-free future for the UK, and Parliament could do this right now by amending the Tobacco and Vapes Bill.

A woman is breaking a cigarette in half as she quits smoking.

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