The best of our blogs in 2021
We’ve pulled together some of our most popular blogs from this year, for you to discover or revisit over the festive break. So sit back and relax whilst reading through these blogs!
Getting a more accurate asthma diagnosis
Emma, a patient representative, has written about her experience of FeNO testing and why she is involved in the work with NHS England to help more people get the right tests at the right time.
How Take Steps made a huge difference for me
Janet has asthma and she took part in Take Steps last year for our sister charity The British Lung Foundation. She tells us why she loved being involved in the sponsored walking challenge.
My three-year-old daughter saved my life during an asthma attack
Kayleigh from West Sussex was having an asthma attack when her three-year-old daughter Imogen stepped in to save her mum’s life. Read more about how little Imogen bravely guided the ambulance crew to their home.
Get the most from your phone or video appointments
Leanne Hale, Asthma UK Respiratory Nurse, shares some top tips to help you prepare for your phone or video appointment, as well as what to expect during the appointment itself.
Keeping Amy’s memory alive
Rachael’s beloved daughter Amy passed away in 2017 following an asthma attack. She shares her story of keeping Amy’s memory alive.
We’re excited to continue sharing our campaigning, research, health advice and the stories of people with lung conditions on this platform.
Get ready for even more blogs next year!
Where there’s Christmas, there’s hope
Last winter, the cost of running our Helpline was £182,754. This is expected to increase in 2021 as more people turn to us for support. Please donate today and help make sure we can be there for everyone who needs us.