Noticed the heat has affected your breathing while walking? You’re not alone. Heat and humidity can make it much harder to carry on with activities. If you notice your lung condition symptoms are getting worse, follow your action or self-management plan or speak to a healthcare professional.

Here are your burning questions to our helpline this summer season. Can I go on holiday with a lung condition? How to get a GP appointment? Our helpline blog covers all these topic and more, read on our website today: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/blog/advice-...

Sometimes it's the simple things that keep you safe in the hot weather. When it’s hot outside, make sure to drink enough fluids throughout the day. This will stop you from becoming dehydrated. Being dehydrated can make asthma and other lung condition symptoms worse.

Are you travelling abroad this summer? Most people with a lung condition can travel safely. But it's important to speak to your GP or specialist team for advice before planning a trip. Head to our website to find out what to consider when planning a trip:

Today we have heard from @andyburnham.bsky.social on social care reforms in England. Sarah Sleet, our CEO, commented: “Living with a lung condition can be debilitating, making even the most basic tasks like washing and dressing a significant challenge."

@nicecomms.bsky.social backs use of a machine that keeps organs alive outside the body. Jonathan Blades, our head of policy, said: “Lung transplant rates in the UK remain lower than in many other developed countries, while respiratory health outcomes remain the worst in Europe."

Machine could make more donated lungs suitable for transplant

Nice backs wider use of system that keeps organs alive outside the body, to help improve low transplantation rates

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Festival season is in full swing. So, if you're heading off to a festival this summer don't forget to pack your asthma inhalers as well as your wellies! Head to our website for tips on keeping safe at your favourite festival: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/blog/advice-...

Chloe spoke to Take a Break on the new smoking ban, sharing her experience living with COPD after smoking since she was young. Chloe told them, “'With this law in place, we are moving towards a future where children will grow up shielded from the lifelong harms of tobacco.”

Pollen counts are forecast to be high across the UK today. Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen. If you have hay fever and a lung condition, it can make your lung symptoms worse and could cause a flare-up. Our website has lots of information to keep you safe, read here: orlo.uk/e1BZY

Today we have seen the appointment of Andy Burnham as prime minister for the UK. While we welcome him to his new role, we urge him to make lung health a priority. That's why we are calling on the government for a respiratory Modern Service Framework and an updated Clean Air Act. #AndyBurnham

Feel good every Friday, and join our chair-based Zumba class! These are designed to improve breathlessness, increase mobility and most importantly to be fun! Register for the next set of sessions here: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-suppo...

Smoke from wildfires causes air pollution that can make lung condition symptoms worse, such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness. This can lead to a flare-up or an asthma attack, which can be life threatening. Follow our air pollution tips on our website www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/living-with/...

This time of year, can be tough if you’re living with a lung condition. It’s a good idea to regularly check the weather, air pollution and pollen forecasts in your local area. This will help you to prepare for hot weather and plan outdoor activities.

We know that the hot weather can make your lung condition symptoms worse. It looks like some of you agree because 82% of you told us you’re struggling in the heat in a social media poll. Head to our summer health guide for better breathing during the heat: www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/your-best-su...

Our Director of External Affairs, Andrew McCracken, says, "This is an important first step to reduce the appeal of vaping products to children and young people. We do not want to see anybody vaping, other than for smoking cessation." www.gov.uk/government/n...

Ministers launch crackdown on vapes targeting kids

Ministers have launched a crackdown on vapes marketed at kids with a shift to plain white packaging.

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Really enjoyed speaking at the @asthmaandlung.org.uk COPD support group today about the latest advances in COPD treatment. Led to an insightful discussion about the challenges that these patients face. I look forward to speaking at the Westminster Breathe Easy group next week!

As the hot weather continues, many of us will be using fans to keep us cool during the heatwave. When living with a lung condition, it’s Important to try to stay cool. That's why we have tips for using a fan below ⬇️

The @lungtaskforce.bsky.social are calling on government for a respiratory Modern Service Framework (MSF). The evidence exists, and so does the consensus. Our new report outlines the need and impact of a respiratory MSF. 👇 www.taskforceforlunghealth.org.uk/breathing-li...

Breathing Life into the NHS: Improving outcomes, reducing inequalities, and enabling innovation through a respiratory Modern Service Framework - Taskforce for Lung Health

We are calling on Government to commit to the development and implementation of a respiratory Modern Service Framework (MSF) in our new report ‘Breathing Life into the NHS: Improving outcomes, reducin...

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Living with COPD? We here for you with support groups for your lung condition. Our newly diagnosed stand-alone session gives you the tools you need to better understand your diagnosis. Our Condition Specific Support Group provides you with a space to talk openly and hear from our guest speakers!

Other highlights: The Global Child & Maternal Health's Black Child #CleanAir Conference, Jemima's 10-min talk at the Globe Theatre's "From Spark to Solution", & our volunteer Beth attending @asthmaandlung.org.uk's parliamentary reception for the "Our Air, Our Voices" report. @sianberry.bsky.social

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on the day, including @mumsforlungs.bsky.social @ellarobertafdn.bsky.social @asthmaandlung.org.uk @impurbanhealth.bsky.social many, many more. You helped us demonstrate to the government the huge momentum of support behind an updated Clean Air Act!

We're proud to share our symptom tracker is now available for you to download and use. Symptom tracking is useful for many reasons but generally it can help you to recognise when your symptoms are getting worse, know your triggers and help you get answers to your symptoms at your next appointment.

Geraldine is one of our wonderful runner ups from 2025's summer competition! Join our summer 2026 competition and show us what your summer looks like living with a lung condition. Share a photo and tell us your summer story! Entries close 21st August 2026. www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/summer-compe...

Dr Amir Khan has warned people with certain health conditions to take extra care during the heatwave. Dr Khan shared: "Hot air can irritate the airways and higher levels of pollution and pollen during warm weather can trigger symptoms." Read more here: www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/...

Dr Amir Khan says people with 5 health conditions are at risk in heatwave

Dr Amir Khan has warned people with certain health conditions to take extra care during the heatwave, after sharing a video on TikTok revealing five medical conditions that can be worsened by hot weat...

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Yes, most people with lung conditions can travel safely. But it's important to speak to your GP or specialist team for advice before planning a trip. Find your summer guide for personalised advice and support this season on our website, www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/your-best-su...

If you’re living with a lung condition, we know breathing can be harder during a heatwave. This can lead to an increase reliance on electricity. Did you know you can sign up to the Priority Services Register (PSR) if you have a lung condition? Sign up or update your details today: www.thepsr.co.uk

Everyone deserves to breathe air that doesn’t harm their lungs. Yesterday we launched our report, OUR AIR, OUR VOICES in parliament. Our event focused on how the government can tackle the health inequalities across the UK. We need urgent action to protect people living with respiratory conditions.

More than 7 million people in the UK are living with asthma and many will be triggered by thunderstorms, which is often called thunderstorm asthma. www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...

Met Office heatwave 'thunder' alert could affect 7.2m people's health

People who have both health issues need to be aware of what's coming

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With an extreme heatwave warning for parts of the UK, many of the 12 million people living with lung conditions may experience worsening symptoms. To stay safe in hot weather, we advise the following precautions for people living with lung conditions:

With extreme heat weather warnings in parts of the UK this week, it’s important to store your medicines safely. Most medicines should be stored somewhere: - Dry - Cool (under 25°C) - Out of direct sunlight - Away from windowsills.