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Health campaigners demand action on Scotland’s ‘shameful’ lung health

Scotland’s “shameful” record on lung health claims the lives of more than 7,000 people a year, campaigners have claimed as they called for “urgent action”. Asthma + Lung UK Scotland said bolder targets on clean air are needed from ministers, as well ...

28 Feb 2022 at 01:25

People in deprived areas more likely to die from lung conditions, charity warns

People living in places such as Blackpool, Liverpool and Inverclyde are among the most likely to be admitted to hospital in an emergency and die from lung conditions, according to a new analysis. The charity, Asthma and Lung UK, looked at deaths ...

21 Mar 2023 at 00:01

Health & Wellbeing

How to look after your lungs at every age – from childhood to retirement

November marks Lung Cancer Awareness Month, putting the third most common cancer in the UK in the spotlight. According to Cancer Research UK, nearly half (44%) of all new lung cancer cases are diagnosed in people aged 75 and over, however it ...

01 Nov 2023 at 08:00

Lung conditions ‘overlooked’ as many miss out on key tests – report

Lung conditions are being “overlooked” in the NHS and as a result the UK has some of the highest lung death rates in Europe, according to a new report. Conditions like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma are “drastically ...

26 Sept 2023 at 07:39

Early cancer diagnosis in England reaches highest level

The number of patients being diagnosed with cancer at an early stage in England has risen to its highest level, according to NHS analysis. The latest data – which focuses on 13 of the most common cancers, such as breast, prostate and lung ...

02 Jan 2025 at 08:04

Health & Wellbeing

Everything central heating does to your health – good and bad

Is there anything cosier than that weirdly comforting burnt smell you get when you turn the heating on for the first time in ages? When the pipes start ticking ominously as the system cranks into action? While some have had the ...

11 Oct 2024 at 08:30

Health & Wellbeing

This is what smoking does to different parts of your body

Less people could be quitting smoking since they started working from home during the pandemic, new research suggests. The decline in smoking rates across England has “stagnated”, with fewer people quitting plus more young ...

14 Dec 2023 at 14:59

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'Lung health crisis'

The charity Asthma and Lung UK (NI) has described the North of Ireland as being in “lung health crisis without a strategy in place” to address the situation. Derry City and Strabane were two of the areas in the North in ...

10 Apr 2023 at 13:33

Vaping impact to be studied

Scientists are to study the long-term impact on vaping on former smokers. Researchers hope their study could give insight into the safety of vaping after quitting smoking and how long people should vape for after using ...

07 Oct 2025 at 00:01

Health & Wellbeing

How do I know if my cough is pneumonia?

Coughs and colds are rife this time of year, but how can you tell when they might be a sign of something more serious, like pneumonia? Recognising the difference between an ordinary cough and a potentially dangerous ...

16 Oct 2025 at 12:51

Health & Wellbeing

How to look after your lungs as the weather gets colder

As the chilly weather begins to take hold, you might find yourself feeling increasingly wheezy or short of breath. We spoke to Dr Andy Whittamore, GP and clinical lead at Asthma + Lung UK, who has explained why ...

30 Sept 2025 at 15:33

Health & Wellbeing

8 ways to look after your lungs this spring

As the weather warms up and nature comes into bloom, spring can be a time of renewal and energy. However, for those with lung conditions, it also brings a new set of challenges. From increased pollen to ...

01 Apr 2025 at 12:02

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