Asthma + Lung UK Scotland

Join the Asthma + Lung UK Advisory Panel and become a key voice in shaping the future of respiratory in Scotland. Help improve policies, provide feedback and share your unique perspective to make a real difference for people with lung conditions. Find out more:…

📻 Head of @asthmalunguk Scotland @joseph_ALUK was on @BBCRadioScot this morning talking about a new study from @aberdeenuni looking at how drugs like Ozempic can improve asthma symptoms in obese people. Listen again here, interview at 6.46 bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/li…

Hoover before harvest!!! An important message for farmers who need to look after their respiratory health @scottishfarmer @RSABI @asthmalungscot @QNI_Scotland @NFUStweets @yellowwelliesuk @NurseStandard @NursingTimes @scotgovhealth

Have you recently been diagnosed with a lung condition? Each month our online support group will have a breathing exercise session and a nurse talk from one of our leading respiratory nurse. Find out more about joining our community: asthmaandlung.org.uk/groups-support…

Together, we're taking 7.5 million steps this summer. Will you join us? Take on our Summer Steps challenge to get active in a way that works for you, and raise money to help transform lung health. Sign up today! orlo.uk/liH2A

From 1 September, we are abolishing peak ScotRail fares to: 🔵help with cost of living pressures 🔵encourage more people to choose train travel

🫁 Raise awareness about the impact of air pollution. 📣 Voice your ideas for action to influence politicians. 🌳Connect through creative workshops. 🙌 Earn £200 for taking part! Find out more and sign up today: email.asthmaandlung.org.uk/p/7NY9-BJT/our…

Are you aged 16-24 and care about the environment? Your voice matters and we want to hear it. Join 'OUR AIR, OUR VOICES' to be part of the growing movement for clean air.

With more hot weather expected across much of Scotland today and the weekend, it’s important to take care of yourself if you have a lung condition. You can find more information on our website: asthmaandlung.org.uk/living-with/ho…

To help protect lungs across Scotland, we are urging the Scottish Government to set updated limits for nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate matter, aligning them with @WHO air quality guidelines (2021). Sign our Scottish Parliament petition today: petitions.parliament.scot/petitions/PE21…

The summer holidays are here! ☀️ We’ve got everything you need to help you make the most of your trip with your lung condition. Check out our easy checklist to help you get prepared: orlo.uk/I9FZq

Bronchiectasis is a long-term condition that affects the airways in your lungs. If you have bronchiectasis, your airways are wider and become inflamed. To find out more about the symptoms and how it's diagnosed and treated, go to: asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/bro… #WorldBronchiectasisDay

Are you heading off to a festival this summer? There are a few things to look out for if you have asthma but there’s no need for it to stop you from having fun. Read our blog for a few ways to have great time and stay safe. orlo.uk/mzXH9

Our Harmonica for Lung Health starts tomorrow Thursday 26 June 2025. Our six-week harmonica groups are fun and sociable. You'll learn a new skill and techniques for breathing! orlo.uk/6UURu

Missed out on a ballot place for London Marathon 2026? Apply to join Team Breathe today. Take part in the world's most iconic marathon, and raise vital funds to support those living with a lung condition. Don’t miss your chance! orlo.uk/4hrt4

Celebrate #CleanAirDay Thurs 19 June and choose to walk, wheel, cycle or use public transport. Making small changes can make the air cleaner for us all and help protect our health and the environment. You can find out more about #airpollution at cleanairhub.org.uk

Thank you @STVNews for creating this little video about our recent polling that shows 3 in 4 Scots want better enforcement of the law when it comes to people leaving their engines running while parked up near school gates. youtube.com/watch?v=mEsJXM…