COPD in a nutshell – 10 questions and answers about COPD
Tightness in the chest, wheezing and a persistent cough can be signs of COPD, which is a chronic lung disease. What causes COPD, what happens to your lungs and how is it treated? Here are answers to some common questions.
How to spot signs that a child's asthma is not under control
Parents may feel overwhelmed to learn their child has a chronic illness such as asthma. According to Dr Will Carroll, a consultant respiratory paediatrician in the UK, parents have a vital role in helping children manage their asthma correctly.
Asthma in a nutshell – 10 questions and answers about asthma
What causes asthma, how does asthma affect your lungs, and how is it treated? Here are answers to some common questions.
This is how it feels to have an asthma attack
Suddenly being out of breath can feel terrifying even if you know what to do. Three asthmatics tell about their experiences of having an asthma attack and how they cope with it.
Is it asthma? When to worry about breathing problems
Having trouble breathing can often be put down to an asthma flare-up. Still, feeling out of breath can cause anxiety. Here’s how to know when to seek outside help.
What people with asthma and COPD should know about the coronavirus
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by novel type coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). In most cases the disease will cause mild or moderate respiratory symptoms and those infected will recover without any special treatment.
Does my child have asthma?
What are the most common asthma symptoms to look for? How would asthma impact your child's quality of life?
Dry Powder Inhalers have the power to reduce the carbon footprint of inhalers
How to minimize CO2 emissions without compromising good care?
Do I have asthma?
Having trouble breathing? Having a persistent cough? Here’s how you can tell if you have asthma.
Why do people get COPD?
While genetics and pollution may play a role, the leading cause for COPD in Europe is tobacco smoke.
6 tips for using your inhaler more efficiently
Read these 6 tips that might make forgetting your preventive inhaler a thing of the past.
Common questions about inhaled corticosteroids
Take a look at some common questions on preventative asthma meds.
How to deal with an asthma attack
We take a look at what’s happening in your body during asthma attack, what triggers it and the immediate actions you should take.
Is your treatment plan working?
Work through this checklist to see if it’s time you visited your healthcare provider.
Making the most of your inhaler
Read these tips on the correct use of your device and the best way to clean, store and look after it.
5 features your inhaler should have
There are a few features to look for while working with your medical provider to find the right type of inhaler.
Asthma and COPD medication options
The right medication manages your symptoms and helps you to get back to doing the things you enjoy.
Track your breathing with a peak flow diary
A peak expiratory flow tells gives an overview of the wellbeing of your lungs. Read more and download a PEF diary template.
5 common childhood asthma myths
If you have an asthmatic child read on for the most common myths on childhood asthma.
Most asthma patients use their inhalers incorrectly
A poor technique might be bad for your asthma. Read more on how to improve your inhalation technique.
COPD, asthma, and the seasonal flu
Find out more about how the seasonal flu impacts your COPD or asthma.
7 steps to getting the most out of your inhaler
These tips will help you master your inhaler technique.
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