Research Dr Erika Kennington Research Dr Erika Kennington

How your body clock could affect your asthma

Dr Hannah Durrington is a consultant in respiratory medicine and a senior clinical lecturer at the University of Manchester. She has a particular interest in how our body clock can affect asthma symptoms. In this blog, our Head of Research and Innovation, Erika takes a closer look at what Hannah’s work has uncovered and how she hopes it could help people with asthma in the future.

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Research Dr Yarunnessa Khan Research Dr Yarunnessa Khan

Women and asthma – addressing the inequality

Asthma has a disproportionate effect on women. Globally, the incidence of asthma, the frequency of asthma attacks and asthma mortality rates are higher in women than men. In the most recent analysis of asthma deaths in the UK, 70% of deaths were in women. Dr Yarunnessa Khan, who works in our Research and Innovation team, explains why we’re fighting to change this.

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Our tests for the government’s ‘Plan for living with COVID-19’

On the 21st of February the Prime Minister is expected to outline a ‘Plan for Living with COVID-19’. As part of this, it has been reported that an announcement may be made about ending various measures that have been used to control the spread of COVID-19. Lottie from our policy team talks you through what we think needs to happen now.

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Moments that have made us proud this year

There have been some really exciting moments so far this year. From some fantastic developments in research, the launch of our sister charity the British Lung Foundations’ new mindfulness support group, and the Hope Half Hour walking challenge, Nicola, from our digital team, takes you through what we’ve achieved together so far this year.

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Archive Dr Yarunnessa Khan Archive Dr Yarunnessa Khan

Women and asthma – addressing the inequality

Asthma has a disproportionate effect on women. Globally, the incidence of asthma, the frequency of asthma attacks and asthma mortality rates are higher in women than men. In the most recent analysis of asthma deaths in the UK, 70% of deaths were in women. Dr Yarunnessa Khan, who works in our Research and Innovation team, explains why we want to change this.

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Celebrating women in science

Female researchers will always be at the forefront of asthma research. Over the years, we've shared their stories and their pioneering research. Today, we look back at some of our favourites.

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How green is your inhaler?

Are inhalers bad for the environment? The answer is not so straightforward. Our in-house GP, Dr Andy, talks us through all you need to know about greener inhalers.

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Gearing up for spring

Our in-house GP, Dr Andy, tells us about some of the main issues he’s been seeing in his clinic recently, and some top tips for improving your lung health as we move into spring.

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Archive Amanda Watson Archive Amanda Watson

Supporting people with Long COVID to get their lives back on track

It’s estimated that more than a million people in the UK are living with long-term symptoms following a COVID-19 infection, and many struggle to access the specialist support they need to manage their health. The British Lung Foundation has collaborated with a coalition of 15 charities, to create an online assessment tool that helps people identify their symptoms and access support services. Our Project Lead Amanda Watson, who led on the development of the new tool, tells us more about our it.

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Ambitions for a smoke-free future

Sarah Macfadyen, Head of Policy and External Affairs at Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation shares details about the government’s strategy for a smoke-free future and the steps that need to be taken to achieve this goal.

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Will you help us protect little lungs?

Two of our amazing British Lung Foundation junior campaigners, eight-year-old Jannat and Jess, tell us how they’ve been busy campaigning for clean air outside their school in Manchester and how you can help.

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