Primary Care Respiratory Society (PCRS)
@pcrsuk.bsky.social
We promote better care and outcomes for people with respiratory diseases. 🫁
PCRS unites healthcare professionals in a supportive, inclusive community, emphasising leadership and education.
Learn more and join us 🔗 https://www.pcrs-uk.org
PCRS unites healthcare professionals in a supportive, inclusive community, emphasising leadership and education.
Learn more and join us 🔗 https://www.pcrs-uk.org
The updated online Asthma Slide Rule is here!📣
A simple but powerful tool to spark meaningful conversations with patients and colleagues about SABA use and when a review is needed.
Access slide rule ▶️ buff.ly/mYQjDFx
#AsthmaRightCare
A simple but powerful tool to spark meaningful conversations with patients and colleagues about SABA use and when a review is needed.
Access slide rule ▶️ buff.ly/mYQjDFx
#AsthmaRightCare
December 3, 2025 at 9:14 AM
The updated online Asthma Slide Rule is here!📣
A simple but powerful tool to spark meaningful conversations with patients and colleagues about SABA use and when a review is needed.
Access slide rule ▶️ buff.ly/mYQjDFx
#AsthmaRightCare
A simple but powerful tool to spark meaningful conversations with patients and colleagues about SABA use and when a review is needed.
Access slide rule ▶️ buff.ly/mYQjDFx
#AsthmaRightCare
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The PCRS website is currently down - we are looking into the issue and will notify you when we are back up and running.
In the meantime, if you have a query, please email us 📧 [email protected]
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The PCRS website is currently down - we are looking into the issue and will notify you when we are back up and running.
In the meantime, if you have a query, please email us 📧 [email protected]
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
November 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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The PCRS website is currently down - we are looking into the issue and will notify you when we are back up and running.
In the meantime, if you have a query, please email us 📧 [email protected]
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The PCRS website is currently down - we are looking into the issue and will notify you when we are back up and running.
In the meantime, if you have a query, please email us 📧 [email protected]
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Share your latest research at the world’s leading respiratory conference – the ERS Congress 2026.
Abstract submission deadline extended to 27 Feb 2025.
Submit now buff.ly/IHKCjRs
Abstract submission deadline extended to 27 Feb 2025.
Submit now buff.ly/IHKCjRs
November 20, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Share your latest research at the world’s leading respiratory conference – the ERS Congress 2026.
Abstract submission deadline extended to 27 Feb 2025.
Submit now buff.ly/IHKCjRs
Abstract submission deadline extended to 27 Feb 2025.
Submit now buff.ly/IHKCjRs
#WorldCOPDDay is the perfect time to revisit our webinar and animations on the management of COPD.
The resources cover: 🚶Movement for health 🫁 Exacerbations 🚭Smoking cessation
Access via the PCRS website: buff.ly/WnEYf8y
The resources cover: 🚶Movement for health 🫁 Exacerbations 🚭Smoking cessation
Access via the PCRS website: buff.ly/WnEYf8y
November 19, 2025 at 5:13 PM
#WorldCOPDDay is the perfect time to revisit our webinar and animations on the management of COPD.
The resources cover: 🚶Movement for health 🫁 Exacerbations 🚭Smoking cessation
Access via the PCRS website: buff.ly/WnEYf8y
The resources cover: 🚶Movement for health 🫁 Exacerbations 🚭Smoking cessation
Access via the PCRS website: buff.ly/WnEYf8y
This World #COPD Day we are calling for your examples of best practice that demonstrate innovative, integrated, neighbourhood care projects for people with COPD.
This is a great opportunity to showcase your projects as part of a national piece of work.
Learn more ▶️ buff.ly/Jheoele
This is a great opportunity to showcase your projects as part of a national piece of work.
Learn more ▶️ buff.ly/Jheoele
November 19, 2025 at 12:01 PM
This World #COPD Day we are calling for your examples of best practice that demonstrate innovative, integrated, neighbourhood care projects for people with COPD.
This is a great opportunity to showcase your projects as part of a national piece of work.
Learn more ▶️ buff.ly/Jheoele
This is a great opportunity to showcase your projects as part of a national piece of work.
Learn more ▶️ buff.ly/Jheoele
It is #WorldCOPDDay! 📣
The 2025 theme is 'Short of Breath, Think COPD', highlighting issues with correctly diagnosis of COPD.
PCRS has a range of resources on diagnosis - explore our #spirometry position statement, and podcast with Dr Steve Holmes and Jane Scullion 🔎 buff.ly/08LlA3u
The 2025 theme is 'Short of Breath, Think COPD', highlighting issues with correctly diagnosis of COPD.
PCRS has a range of resources on diagnosis - explore our #spirometry position statement, and podcast with Dr Steve Holmes and Jane Scullion 🔎 buff.ly/08LlA3u
November 19, 2025 at 9:14 AM
It is #WorldCOPDDay! 📣
The 2025 theme is 'Short of Breath, Think COPD', highlighting issues with correctly diagnosis of COPD.
PCRS has a range of resources on diagnosis - explore our #spirometry position statement, and podcast with Dr Steve Holmes and Jane Scullion 🔎 buff.ly/08LlA3u
The 2025 theme is 'Short of Breath, Think COPD', highlighting issues with correctly diagnosis of COPD.
PCRS has a range of resources on diagnosis - explore our #spirometry position statement, and podcast with Dr Steve Holmes and Jane Scullion 🔎 buff.ly/08LlA3u
Lung cancer remains the UK’s leading cause of cancer death – and 15% of cases occur in non-smokers.
Learn more from the All You Need is Lungs campaign this #LungCancerAwarenessMonth buff.ly/6bWhQya
Learn more from the All You Need is Lungs campaign this #LungCancerAwarenessMonth buff.ly/6bWhQya
November 18, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Lung cancer remains the UK’s leading cause of cancer death – and 15% of cases occur in non-smokers.
Learn more from the All You Need is Lungs campaign this #LungCancerAwarenessMonth buff.ly/6bWhQya
Learn more from the All You Need is Lungs campaign this #LungCancerAwarenessMonth buff.ly/6bWhQya
#Aspergillus can cause a range of chronic lung diseases requiring complex care.
The British Thoracic Society has published a new clinical statement on diagnosis and management.
Read it here 📄 buff.ly/yRSLYVY
The British Thoracic Society has published a new clinical statement on diagnosis and management.
Read it here 📄 buff.ly/yRSLYVY
November 17, 2025 at 9:22 AM
#Aspergillus can cause a range of chronic lung diseases requiring complex care.
The British Thoracic Society has published a new clinical statement on diagnosis and management.
Read it here 📄 buff.ly/yRSLYVY
The British Thoracic Society has published a new clinical statement on diagnosis and management.
Read it here 📄 buff.ly/yRSLYVY
Awaab’s Law – protecting renters from unsafe housing – is now in force. Social landlords must fix mould and damp issues quickly.
Explore PCRS guides on indoor air quality and resources to help your patients advocate for support with housing issues ▶️ buff.ly/wkRelJW
Explore PCRS guides on indoor air quality and resources to help your patients advocate for support with housing issues ▶️ buff.ly/wkRelJW
November 14, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Awaab’s Law – protecting renters from unsafe housing – is now in force. Social landlords must fix mould and damp issues quickly.
Explore PCRS guides on indoor air quality and resources to help your patients advocate for support with housing issues ▶️ buff.ly/wkRelJW
Explore PCRS guides on indoor air quality and resources to help your patients advocate for support with housing issues ▶️ buff.ly/wkRelJW
Explore our new series on health inequalities in respiratory care – including podcasts, resources, and a newsletter full of practical steps for clinicians.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/yV5QA41
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/yV5QA41
November 13, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Explore our new series on health inequalities in respiratory care – including podcasts, resources, and a newsletter full of practical steps for clinicians.
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/yV5QA41
Learn more 👉 buff.ly/yV5QA41
#AIR and #MART therapies are changing asthma management. Learn how to apply them safely in children (6+), young people and adults in our December webinar.
Taking place on the 8th December at 12pm and 7pm. Sign up today 📅 buff.ly/zrpkQAM
Taking place on the 8th December at 12pm and 7pm. Sign up today 📅 buff.ly/zrpkQAM
November 12, 2025 at 9:14 AM
#AIR and #MART therapies are changing asthma management. Learn how to apply them safely in children (6+), young people and adults in our December webinar.
Taking place on the 8th December at 12pm and 7pm. Sign up today 📅 buff.ly/zrpkQAM
Taking place on the 8th December at 12pm and 7pm. Sign up today 📅 buff.ly/zrpkQAM
The European Respiratory Society has released a recording of their recent webinar on smoking, vaping and the global impact on young people's lungs.
Watch via the ERS Respiratory Channel 💻 buff.ly/3wXdKeI
Watch via the ERS Respiratory Channel 💻 buff.ly/3wXdKeI
November 11, 2025 at 9:09 AM
The European Respiratory Society has released a recording of their recent webinar on smoking, vaping and the global impact on young people's lungs.
Watch via the ERS Respiratory Channel 💻 buff.ly/3wXdKeI
Watch via the ERS Respiratory Channel 💻 buff.ly/3wXdKeI
As we enter a challenging season for healthcare, tune into this premium member exclusive podcast on Paediatric Viral Wheeze.
Our experts discuss the serious risks of wheeze and give practical advice on how you can ensure the best possible care.
Login to listen 🎧 buff.ly/IspYhKH
Our experts discuss the serious risks of wheeze and give practical advice on how you can ensure the best possible care.
Login to listen 🎧 buff.ly/IspYhKH
November 10, 2025 at 9:22 AM
As we enter a challenging season for healthcare, tune into this premium member exclusive podcast on Paediatric Viral Wheeze.
Our experts discuss the serious risks of wheeze and give practical advice on how you can ensure the best possible care.
Login to listen 🎧 buff.ly/IspYhKH
Our experts discuss the serious risks of wheeze and give practical advice on how you can ensure the best possible care.
Login to listen 🎧 buff.ly/IspYhKH
The abstract poster walkarounds at #PCRS2025 provided a lively platform for researchers to present their latest work and space for insightful discussion and sharing of best practice.
Access to the abstracts and posters from this year's event is now open to all 🔎 buff.ly/fTs4sHf
Access to the abstracts and posters from this year's event is now open to all 🔎 buff.ly/fTs4sHf
November 7, 2025 at 9:59 AM
The abstract poster walkarounds at #PCRS2025 provided a lively platform for researchers to present their latest work and space for insightful discussion and sharing of best practice.
Access to the abstracts and posters from this year's event is now open to all 🔎 buff.ly/fTs4sHf
Access to the abstracts and posters from this year's event is now open to all 🔎 buff.ly/fTs4sHf
In this premium podcast episode, Fiona Mosgrove is joined by Mona Bafadhel & Christine Mwasuku to discuss women's lung health.
Christine delivered a popular session on this topic at thee PCRS Conference last month. If you missed it, login and revisit this podcast to learn more 🎧 buff.ly/iflpumE
Christine delivered a popular session on this topic at thee PCRS Conference last month. If you missed it, login and revisit this podcast to learn more 🎧 buff.ly/iflpumE
November 6, 2025 at 9:23 AM
In this premium podcast episode, Fiona Mosgrove is joined by Mona Bafadhel & Christine Mwasuku to discuss women's lung health.
Christine delivered a popular session on this topic at thee PCRS Conference last month. If you missed it, login and revisit this podcast to learn more 🎧 buff.ly/iflpumE
Christine delivered a popular session on this topic at thee PCRS Conference last month. If you missed it, login and revisit this podcast to learn more 🎧 buff.ly/iflpumE
Early bird registration is open for the 8th Forum on Respiratory Tract Infections, which will be held from 2nd–4th March 2026 in Glasgow ▶️ buff.ly/v5R4vI1
Abstract submissions are open for the event until 20th November 2025.
Abstract submissions are open for the event until 20th November 2025.
November 5, 2025 at 9:14 AM
Early bird registration is open for the 8th Forum on Respiratory Tract Infections, which will be held from 2nd–4th March 2026 in Glasgow ▶️ buff.ly/v5R4vI1
Abstract submissions are open for the event until 20th November 2025.
Abstract submissions are open for the event until 20th November 2025.
Our online learning modules focus on environmental influences on asthma management.
PCRS Premium Members have exclusive access to the modules - login and explore simple steps you can take to deliver greener kinder respiratory care for your patients with asthma 🔓 buff.ly/qUfE4BK
#Asthma
PCRS Premium Members have exclusive access to the modules - login and explore simple steps you can take to deliver greener kinder respiratory care for your patients with asthma 🔓 buff.ly/qUfE4BK
#Asthma
November 4, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Our online learning modules focus on environmental influences on asthma management.
PCRS Premium Members have exclusive access to the modules - login and explore simple steps you can take to deliver greener kinder respiratory care for your patients with asthma 🔓 buff.ly/qUfE4BK
#Asthma
PCRS Premium Members have exclusive access to the modules - login and explore simple steps you can take to deliver greener kinder respiratory care for your patients with asthma 🔓 buff.ly/qUfE4BK
#Asthma
Our health inequalities project 2025 is live! 🚀
We’ve launched a brand-new podcast series, newsletter, and introductory vlog exploring the vital intersection between respiratory disease, health inequalities, and severe mental illness.
Access everything here ▶️ buff.ly/uzqFbw8
We’ve launched a brand-new podcast series, newsletter, and introductory vlog exploring the vital intersection between respiratory disease, health inequalities, and severe mental illness.
Access everything here ▶️ buff.ly/uzqFbw8
November 3, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Our health inequalities project 2025 is live! 🚀
We’ve launched a brand-new podcast series, newsletter, and introductory vlog exploring the vital intersection between respiratory disease, health inequalities, and severe mental illness.
Access everything here ▶️ buff.ly/uzqFbw8
We’ve launched a brand-new podcast series, newsletter, and introductory vlog exploring the vital intersection between respiratory disease, health inequalities, and severe mental illness.
Access everything here ▶️ buff.ly/uzqFbw8
With #Stoptober drawing to a close, take the opportunity to refresh your knowledge with our tools and resources to initiate a quit attempt.
Access guidance on VBA and treating tobacco dependency, and our position statement on e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid 🔎 buff.ly/2WsHWVx
Access guidance on VBA and treating tobacco dependency, and our position statement on e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid 🔎 buff.ly/2WsHWVx
October 31, 2025 at 9:59 AM
With #Stoptober drawing to a close, take the opportunity to refresh your knowledge with our tools and resources to initiate a quit attempt.
Access guidance on VBA and treating tobacco dependency, and our position statement on e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid 🔎 buff.ly/2WsHWVx
Access guidance on VBA and treating tobacco dependency, and our position statement on e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation aid 🔎 buff.ly/2WsHWVx
The Primary Care Cardiovascular Society is hosting its third Scotland Conference 'Advancing the management of cardiovascular disease' on 13th November 2025 in Glasgow.
This face-to-face conference will bring together national experts to cover important topics📝 buff.ly/ZNsV7Jr
This face-to-face conference will bring together national experts to cover important topics📝 buff.ly/ZNsV7Jr
October 30, 2025 at 5:55 PM
The Primary Care Cardiovascular Society is hosting its third Scotland Conference 'Advancing the management of cardiovascular disease' on 13th November 2025 in Glasgow.
This face-to-face conference will bring together national experts to cover important topics📝 buff.ly/ZNsV7Jr
This face-to-face conference will bring together national experts to cover important topics📝 buff.ly/ZNsV7Jr
At PCRS we welcome the long awaited arrival of an Anti Inflammatory Reliever (AIR) SNOMED code (2611311000000103) 🖥️ buff.ly/ZOprKgi
Asthma deaths in the UK remain the highest in Western Europe; we need every available tool to ensure prescribing is safe and effective.
Asthma deaths in the UK remain the highest in Western Europe; we need every available tool to ensure prescribing is safe and effective.
October 29, 2025 at 9:14 AM
At PCRS we welcome the long awaited arrival of an Anti Inflammatory Reliever (AIR) SNOMED code (2611311000000103) 🖥️ buff.ly/ZOprKgi
Asthma deaths in the UK remain the highest in Western Europe; we need every available tool to ensure prescribing is safe and effective.
Asthma deaths in the UK remain the highest in Western Europe; we need every available tool to ensure prescribing is safe and effective.
The CORMORANT programme is evaluating a potential new AI-powered diagnostic tool for COPD in primary care.
This survey aims to capture views of professionals involved in COPD diagnosis on current diagnostic pathways and spirometry provision in the UK.
Closes end of October ⏰ buff.ly/QmDjeVB
This survey aims to capture views of professionals involved in COPD diagnosis on current diagnostic pathways and spirometry provision in the UK.
Closes end of October ⏰ buff.ly/QmDjeVB
October 28, 2025 at 9:09 AM
The CORMORANT programme is evaluating a potential new AI-powered diagnostic tool for COPD in primary care.
This survey aims to capture views of professionals involved in COPD diagnosis on current diagnostic pathways and spirometry provision in the UK.
Closes end of October ⏰ buff.ly/QmDjeVB
This survey aims to capture views of professionals involved in COPD diagnosis on current diagnostic pathways and spirometry provision in the UK.
Closes end of October ⏰ buff.ly/QmDjeVB
Allowing more AIR in asthma care!
Our new top tips article outlines key points and tips which you can use to recommend Anti-inflammatory reliever (AIR) and implement an AIR regimen for your asthma patients.
buff.ly/11xm7Yh
#AIR #Asthma
Our new top tips article outlines key points and tips which you can use to recommend Anti-inflammatory reliever (AIR) and implement an AIR regimen for your asthma patients.
buff.ly/11xm7Yh
#AIR #Asthma
October 27, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Allowing more AIR in asthma care!
Our new top tips article outlines key points and tips which you can use to recommend Anti-inflammatory reliever (AIR) and implement an AIR regimen for your asthma patients.
buff.ly/11xm7Yh
#AIR #Asthma
Our new top tips article outlines key points and tips which you can use to recommend Anti-inflammatory reliever (AIR) and implement an AIR regimen for your asthma patients.
buff.ly/11xm7Yh
#AIR #Asthma
Many people with COPD experience more frequent exacerbations in winter due to cold, damp conditions and the increased prevalence of respiratory viral infections.
Prepare for the winter months ahead with our on demand webinars on a range of COPD topics.
Browse webinars 🔎 buff.ly/nh87A4T
Prepare for the winter months ahead with our on demand webinars on a range of COPD topics.
Browse webinars 🔎 buff.ly/nh87A4T
October 27, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Many people with COPD experience more frequent exacerbations in winter due to cold, damp conditions and the increased prevalence of respiratory viral infections.
Prepare for the winter months ahead with our on demand webinars on a range of COPD topics.
Browse webinars 🔎 buff.ly/nh87A4T
Prepare for the winter months ahead with our on demand webinars on a range of COPD topics.
Browse webinars 🔎 buff.ly/nh87A4T
Our next leadership workshop takes place on the 21st and 22nd November 2025 - focusing on keeping your plans on track.
Exploring ways to spot and solve problems, maintain morale and motivation, and hold ourselves and others to account.
Exclusive to PCRS Premium Members 🎟️ buff.ly/YKyCrnS
Exploring ways to spot and solve problems, maintain morale and motivation, and hold ourselves and others to account.
Exclusive to PCRS Premium Members 🎟️ buff.ly/YKyCrnS
October 23, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Our next leadership workshop takes place on the 21st and 22nd November 2025 - focusing on keeping your plans on track.
Exploring ways to spot and solve problems, maintain morale and motivation, and hold ourselves and others to account.
Exclusive to PCRS Premium Members 🎟️ buff.ly/YKyCrnS
Exploring ways to spot and solve problems, maintain morale and motivation, and hold ourselves and others to account.
Exclusive to PCRS Premium Members 🎟️ buff.ly/YKyCrnS