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ALERT: Asthma sufferers starting or returning to college issued with Covid-19 advice

As students prepare to start or return to colleges around the country, the Asthma Society of Ireland is appealing to young people to put extra protections in place to help manage their condition amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Starting college ...

28 Sept 2020 at 14:03

Lifestyle

6 triggers asthma sufferers should watch out for this summer

Summer brings days out, holidays and festivals, but for those with lung conditions it can also be a risky time of year. High pollen levels, pollution, heat, and even smoke from things like BBQs can be dangerous, so it’s important to know what ...

22 Jun 2023 at 07:00

Lifestyle

What experts want you to know about managing asthma

A new treatment to prevent some of the damage asthma causes could be available to patients soon, UK scientists have suggested. According to researchers at King’s College London, during an asthma attack, the cells lining the airways are ...

05 Apr 2024 at 12:29

Lifestyle

Is the dust in your home making you ill?

Keeping your home completely dust-free might seem like an endless, tedious task. But could those dusty surfaces and skirting boards be making you unwell? Just like pollen, dust is a common allergen, and those dust bunnies in forgotten ...

04 Mar 2024 at 09:54

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Is Ireland safe for children with asthma? - Asthma Society of Ireland reveals new survey findings

The Asthma Society of Ireland has released findings of a survey of Irish parents or guardians about their children’s asthma. One in ten children in Ireland have asthma. 73% of parents surveyed reported that they have experienced ...

03 May 2022 at 12:32

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World Asthma Day: Is my child’s cough asthma?

Lots of children have coughs at this time of year caused by viruses or hay fever. But if their cough persists, there’s a chance it could be sparked by the most common long-term condition among children – asthma. On World Asthma ...

02 May 2023 at 06:00

Lifestyle

Exercise and yoga can help improve lung function in adults with asthma – study

Yoga and breathing control, in combination with aerobic training, can help improve lung function in adults with asthma, a new study suggests. The findings highlight the importance of integrating appropriate exercise training ...

11 Aug 2023 at 08:10

Lifestyle

How do I know if my cough is bronchitis?

If you’ve been dealing with a persistent nasty cough, you may be wondering whether it’s just a seasonal cold or something more serious, like bronchitis. Knowing the difference is crucial, as bronchitis can be either acute ...

27 Jan 2025 at 13:37

Lifestyle

How to get more lung-saving vitamin K in your diet

Higher levels of vitamin K – which can be found in broccoli and spinach, among other foods – could lead to better lung function, a new report has revealed. Researchers of a study published in the journal ERJ Open ...

10 Aug 2023 at 09:11

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Asthma Society releases measures for asthma sufferers during Covid-19

The Asthma Society of Ireland has released a statement on what measures asthma sufferers should take during Covid-19 (coronavirus). Those who suffer from respiratory illnesses like asthma are regarded as high ...

15 Mar 2020 at 20:19

Lifestyle

When is shortness of breath an emergency?

It’s common to feel a sensation of breathlessness or difficulty “catching your breath” in cold weather, but it’s important to know when this escalates into something more serious. Over the past two years ...

18 Nov 2025 at 13:27

Lifestyle

8 ways to look after your lungs this spring

As the weather warms up and nature comes into bloom, spring can be a time of renewal and energy. However, for those with lung conditions, it also brings a new set of challenges. From increased pollen to ...

01 Apr 2025 at 12:02

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