Asthma is a long-term lung condition. It affects the airways (breathing tubes) that carry air in and out of your lungs. causing them to become swollen (inflamed). This makes the airways narrower so less air gets into and out of the lungs.
Asthma is a common condition. In the UK, 7.2 million people have asthma. This is about 8 in every 100 people.
It's estimated that one in every eleven children in the UK lives with asthma. With the right support, it can be managed effectively so that every child can live, learn, and play without limitation. Good asthma care is a partnership between families, schools, and healthcare professionals, ensuring that children understand their asthma, have an up-to-date action plan, and know when and how to use their inhaler.
In Herefordshire and Worcestershire, we’re working to improve outcomes for children and young people with asthma by promoting early identification of symptoms, supporting schools to recognise red flags, and helping families access the right care at the right time. Simple steps such as having an asthma action plan, using preventer inhalers as prescribed, and making sure inhalers are always accessible can prevent attacks and save lives.
Another step to preventing poor outcomes for children and young people with asthma is to improve their air quality. This can include supporting parents and carers to access services to help them stop smoking, such as Talk Community in Herefordshire and Healthy Worcestershire stop smoking support. Click the links for more information:
Stop Smoking Support - Healthy Worcestershire’s Services
Support to stop smoking - Talk Community Directory
Below are links to further information on living with Asthma in Herefordshire and Worcestershire
Links to other useful Asthma websites
