Passionate about advancing #RespiratoryResearch? The Lung Research Innovation Group is recruiting Academic Researcher Advisers and an Academic Co-Chair to help shape the future of lung research and innovation. Learn more and apply https://ow.ly/5EkP50ZwG33
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We promote better care and outcomes for people with respiratory diseases. 🫁 PCRS unites healthcare professionals in a supportive, inclusive community, emphasising leadership and education. Learn more and join us 🔗 https://www.pcrs-uk.org
The 'September Surge' is right around the corner. Hospital admissions for #Asthma in children and young people rise sharply each September after they return to school. Prepare now with PCRS clinical resources, including practical guides, webinars and online learning https://ow.ly/6Alc50ZwEbv
From uncontrolled asthma to becoming a respiratory warrior, the PCRS Conference 2026 offers practical learning, expert discussion and opportunities to connect with peers passionate about improving respiratory care. See you in Telford this September👋 buff.ly/dt1me1I #PCRS2026
Early-career researchers and clinicians: ERS Long-Term Research Fellowships provide opportunities to undertake 6 to 24-month projects abroad, gaining skills, experience and collaborations that can shape future respiratory careers. Learn more buff.ly/TQRpMmC #RespiratoryResearch
In a new National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) Impact Story, PCRS Committee Member Nazir Hussain shares how a one-stop community clinic in Dudley is improving outcomes through earlier intervention and guideline-driven care. Read story ▶️ buff.ly/NZC5WvB
After record-breaking temperatures and extreme weather across the UK, sustainable respiratory care has never felt more urgent. Small changes in practice can benefit patients, reduce environmental impact and build climate-resilient healthcare systems. Explore PCRS resources 💚 buff.ly/tIpEaol
Why attend PCRS Conference 2026? Join colleagues in Telford, 24–26 September, for insights on uncontrolled asthma, bronchiectasis, respiratory leadership and more. Hear what speakers and delegates are most looking forward to this year 🗨️ buff.ly/dt1me1I #PCRS2026
As a member of the @LungTaskforce, PCRS supports the call on government for a respiratory Modern Service Framework (MSF). The evidence exists, and so does the consensus. The new report outlines the need and impact of a respiratory MSF. 👇 buff.ly/bpxs4KI
Managing #asthma in children is evolving. Following NG245, there is now a licensed Maintenance and Reliever Therapy (#MART) option for children aged 6–11 years: Symbicort Turbohaler 100/6. Explore our new simple guide to support evidence-based care for children and families. buff.ly/7c06IqU
In our updated position statement, we advocate for a pragmatic approach to the pharmacological management of patients with #COPD guided by the predominance of breathlessness and/or exacerbations and the presence or absence of comorbid asthma. 📄 buff.ly/frUCIAM
We have issued this warning as we believe that the widespread loss of respiratory clinical leadership across the NHS is putting patient care, service innovation and health equity at serious risk. Learn more in our position statement www.pcrs-uk.org/resource/cur...
PCRS Position Statement: Serious Concerns Regarding the Erosion of Respiratory Leadership and Expertise Across ICBs, Regions and Primary Care Networks | Primary Care Respiratory Society
The Primary Care Respiratory Society UK (PCRS) is increasingly alarmed by the widespread and accelerating loss of respiratory leadership, expertise and strategic capacity across Integrated Care Boards...
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We are calling for urgent action to protect respiratory services across England. 📣 Our new position statement highlights a growing erosion of respiratory leadership, expertise and strategic capacity across ICBs, regional NHS teams and PCNs. Read statement 📄 www.pcrs-uk.org/resource/cur...
It is #WorldAsthmaDay! 📣 This year's theme from Global Initiative for Asthma is: “access to anti-inflammatory inhalers for everyone with asthma – still an urgent need” buff.ly/NOCiJl2 Today, we will be sharing our wide range of asthma resources from webinars to asthma action plans - stay tuned!
The PCRS Conference provides an excellent platform for you to showcase your work, disseminate your research, and develop your presentation skills. Scientific research, best practice and service development abstract submissions are open until the 30th June 2026. Abstract details ▶️ buff.ly/yMMCIFv
Our Respiratory Leadership Programme is now a 3-year rolling initiative designed so you can join at any point. The first session will focus on delivering value and demonstrating outcomes. Taking place from the 26th - 27th June. Exclusively available to PCRS Premium Members 🔓 buff.ly/efGgmtL
We're part of an ambitious new national coalition launched today by health minister Dr Zubir Ahmed which will speed up diagnosis, improve treatment and transform the lives of thousands of people affected by respiratory conditions. ➡️ buff.ly/AABHU8O 1/2
Our new resource offers practical guidance on delivering evidence-based asthma care, particularly when it takes place in unplanned care settings. It focuses on the management of asthma in adults and young people aged 12 and over. Get the guide ▶️ buff.ly/xjLejzB #AsthmaCare #UnplannedCare
PCRS has many tools and resources to support you in helping your patients to quit smoking, including a series of podcasts, our guidance on VBA and our position statement on the treatment of tobacco dependency 🔎 buff.ly/Iff6FIj #NoSmokingDay
Take advantage of your PCRS premium benefits! ✅ Extend membership with 3 colleagues from the same practice ✅ Download a membership ribbon and certificate ✅ Access our Revalidation Zone Members can log in to their dashboard to make the most of these premium benefits 📲 buff.ly/dUcySR3
The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) and Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) have come together to produce a shared vision for addressing COPD and asthma. Learn more about their shared vision 📄▶️ buff.ly/HiMGdN7
Our most popular webinar of 2025 is available to watch on demand ⏯️ buff.ly/Gn7iuyh The session provides information and guidance on the implementation of anti-inflammatory reliever (AIR) and Maintenance and Reliever Therapy (MART) treatment options for children and young people, as well as adults.
Asthma and Lung UK's latest report, All Puffed Out: How poor inhaler care is failing people with asthma, found that a third of patients reported that control of their condition worsened following an inhaler switch 📃 buff.ly/xpldAGE
Winter brings predictable surges in respiratory illness and pressure across urgent and emergency care. This PCRU article from Sarah Elkin, Consultant, sets out a practical, primary care-led approach to reduce avoidable demand by acting earlier on respiratory risk 📄https://buff.ly/9bqKCea
The 24th ERS Lung Science Conference (LSC) takes place from 19th - 22nd March in Estoril, Portugal, and online. Its theme will be ‘Multiscale multiomics to dissect lung diseases - from bench to the bedside’. Limited onsite spaces remain ⌛ buff.ly/yX81mmC
The PCRS Conference provides an excellent platform for you to showcase your work, disseminate your research, and develop your presentation skills. Scientific research, best practice and service development abstract submissions are open until the 30th June 2026. Abstract details ▶️ buff.ly/yMMCIFv
Our Respiratory Leadership Programme is now a 3-year rolling initiative designed so you can join at any point. The first session will focus on delivering value and demonstrating outcomes. Taking place from the 26th - 27th June. Exclusively available to PCRS Premium Members 🔓 buff.ly/efGgmtL
Premium member exclusive pre-registration for the PCRS Respiratory Conference ends this week! buff.ly/1fiYpDY Held from Thursday 24th to Saturday 26th September, our in-person conference caters for all members of the multidisciplinary team working in respiratory health.
The ninth edition of ERS Satellites takes place on 3rd March, 2026. This year's edition will cover the latest clinical updates and scientific findings in COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease and sleep and breathing. It is free to attend, but registration in advance is required buff.ly/GGsIIY8
This #WorldCancerDay, the government has launched a new National Cancer Plan for England, which sets out a strategy to: ✅ Diagnose cancer earlier ✅ Provide better treatments ✅ Help people to live well ✅ Focus on prevention Read the plan assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/698315...