Our research aims to generate improved understanding about asthma self-management behaviours (e.g., adherence, self-monitoring, and healthcare usage) to identify potential areas of unmet need where health technology could offer scalable and effective solutions.

We all know sleep is important, but lots of us don’t realise that our lung health and quality of sleep are linked. Since it’s World Sleep Day, it’s the perfect time to think about switching up your sleep routine, if you feel you need to. In this blog, Pam, Respiratory Nurse Specialist Co-Lead at Asthma + Lung UK, shares some tips about getting your sleep schedule under control.

Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation have been part of lung health history for a long time! In this blog, Sophie from our Media team walks you through a short history of lung health and how our brands have made an impact.

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.

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.

We're so proud of all our hope half hour heroes, together you raised over £40,000! Here Nicki tells us why she took part and what she enjoyed about the new year walking challenge.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sarah Woolnough, CEO of Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation, explains why the new chief executive of NHS England, Amanda Pritchard, should be tackling lung disease as a priority.

Adele, BLF Group Support Officer shares how the first virtual event for support group members went.

In Dr Andy’s latest blog, he talks about how lung health and mental health go hand in hand, and why it’s important to pay attention to them both.

Pam Parry is BLF’s Respiratory Nurse Specialist Co-Lead and talks to us about the importance of sleep and shares top tips to help you sleep.

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.

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.

The Environment Act will determine how we look after our environment over the coming decades. Our Policy and Public Affairs Officer, Rob Day, sets out what the Act means for tackling air pollution and how you can get involved to ensure the government delivers cleaner air.

Austin Orr, our Policy and Public Affairs Officer in Northern Ireland writes about the upcoming ban on smoking in private cars with children which is an important step towards a legacy of better lung health in Northern Ireland.

Gareth Brown, Scotland’s Policy and Public Affairs Officer for Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation, writes about the clean air milestones in 2021 and why the Scottish Parliament should take on board the calls from a coalition of charities, academics and researchers to look at progress on tackling air pollution in Scotland.