Samantha Walker

Are you free on Monday 23rd of March? Join us for an exciting webinar focusing on long COVID and managing your breathlessness. We’ve got a jam packed agenda for you, featuring Professor Faghy and Dr Heightman, who will be talking to you about how we develop research alongside patients, new discoveries on long COVID, managing breathlessness, and what the long COVID clinics are doing now.

Many thanks for everyone involved in setting up & delivering the HIT-MESO trial & to funders @asthmalunguk @Mesouk & @uclh @ucl. Still some way to go with completing recruitment but really great of Peter and Ray to give their perspective to @BBCNews. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

It’s #NationalNoSmokingDay today. Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for your lung health. We’re here to help raise awareness about the effects of smoking, and to support and encourage people who want to quit.

Happy International Women's Day 2026! This year, we’re proud to promote the theme of #GiveToGain and advocate for women living with lung conditions. Women are more likely to have asthma, have more severe symptoms, and are more likely to die from their asthma. Dr Samantha Walker, Director of Research and Innovations, shared with us the importance of recognising women with asthma and understanding their triggers. You can find more information about women with asthma and our campaigning on our website: orlo.uk/wEnVN

Dusting off my soapbox once again to shout about how poorly controlled hayfever can negatively impact exam results. Prevention is better than cure - get your nasal sprays ready. And remember, don't sniff!

Join our sessions for an hour of fun that will put a smile on your face. Our support groups are here for you to join a community that understands your needs as well as strengthening your lungs, and having a good time while you do it! If you're interested in joining our online activities or group, you can find the perfect thing for you on our website: asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-support…

The first approved treatment for bronchiectasis ever in the UK. MHRA approved brensocatib for bronchiectasis patients aged 12 and over gov.uk/government/new…

In the last few mins, House of Lords emphatically backed the ban on the sale of tobacco to anyone born after 1 Jan 2009.. Amendment to remove the generational ban was defeated 78 to 246. Another step closer to this world leading public health measure supported by @asthmalunguk

We're calling for a Modern Service Framework for respiratory care. @hellomccracken, our Director of External Affairs, shared with us information on the modern service framework and why we need these national plans to include care for lung conditions.

Are you fasting with a lung condition this Ramadan? You can find out how to stay safe and healthy while fasting on our website and by speaking to your GP or specialist. Read here: orlo.uk/iaFs0

Privilege to attend @lifearc1's launch last night. The desire to join up data holds such potential to detect, prevent, diagnose + treat respiratory illnesses which are the pillars of the recently published Lung Research Grand Challenges: thorax.bmj.com/content/80/11/…

Our CEO @_SarahSleet, was on LBC this morning speaking on the governments public consultation launch on plans to ban smoking and vaping from playgrounds, schools and hospitals. Sarah said: “We absolutely welcome the proposals to restrict where you can use vapes. Children and people with lung conditions are very vulnerable to second-hand smoke so we’re really pleased with the consultation coming forward. Smoke-free zones have been incredibly successful, and we think the same will happen with these plans.” You can watch the full interview, while it's still available here: globalplayer.com/catchup/lbcnew… the interview starts around 1:21.

Emergency pneumonia cases surge to half a million a year in England. Pneumonia is a type of chest infection that affects tiny air sacs, called alveoli, in the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. It can also be deadly: between April 2022 to March 2025 more than 97,000 people died of pneumonia after ending up in hospital. Read more about the alarming increase in pneumonia cases here: theguardian.com/society/2026/f…

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Don’t let the cold and flu season put you a risk of an asthma attack or flare-up of your condition. It’s not too late to book your flu vaccine. Hear from Dr Andy Whittamore on how your flu jab can protect you this winter: orlo.uk/cYYOQ,

Our CEO @_SarahSleet says people with lung conditions are facing a "deadly duo" of freezing temperatures, which can worsen breathlessness and wheezing, and flu. Read more in the @BBCNews article below. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

.@asthmalunguk tell BBC that people with lung conditions face "deadly duo" of freezing temperatures, which can worsen breathlessness, and continued high levels of flu. As @wesstreeting says in same article, cold snap putting pressure on services. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

We’re pleased to announce we’re now PIF TICK re-certified for our health advice by the Patient Information Forum (PIF), the independent membership body for people working in health information and support.

Free respiratory data webinar tomorrow. Sign up now!

We would like to wish all our supporters who celebrate a very Merry Christmas!