This page has been developed to support people living with a respiratory condition and/or friends, family or carers.
Dr Dennis Wat, Consultant Chest Physician, talks about the structure and function of the lungs. Find out more by visiting the British Lung Foundation website by clicking here.
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Dr Joy Gana-Inatimi, Senior Lecturer, Researcher and Consultant Chest Physiotherapist, talks about how to manage respiratory infections and exacerbation of lung conditions, also known as a ‘flare-up’, when symptoms get worse. Find out more about how to manage respiratory infections by visiting the NHS website by clicking here. Your GP or respiratory nurse will be able to provide further advice about how to manage your own symptoms during an exacerbation.
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Djeyapraba Kadar, Respiratory Clinical Pharmacist, talks about the benefits of giving up smoking and the support available to help to you stop. Find out more by visiting the British Lung Foundation website and clicking here. For information about treatments available to help you stop smoking, visit the NHS website by clicking here.
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Jo Hillis, Counsellor, talks about how to manage anxiety caused by breathlessness. Find out more about how to manage anxiety by visiting the British Lung Foundation website, click here.
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Karen Isherwood, Occupational Therapist, talks about energy conservation techniques, which can help manage breathlessness and fatigue associated with lung conditions and COVID-19. Find out more by visiting the Royal College of Occupational Therapists website, click here. Karen talks about items of equipment to help conserve energy during daily tasks such as washing, dressing and preparing meals. Speak to your GP or respiratory nurse about assistive equipment if you think this may be helpful for you.
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Joe Donohue, Specialist Physiotherapist and Palliative Care Clinical Lead, talks about advance care planning in end of life care. Find out more about making plans about your preferences and priorities for your future care by visiting the NHS website here. Joe also talks about non-invasive ventilation, involving delivery of oxygen via a face mask to support breathing. Your GP or respiratory nurse will be able to answer any questions you may have about this type of treatment.
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Jo Hillis, Counsellor, talks about relaxation techniques. Find out more about exercises which may help you to relax by visiting the Mind website here.
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