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Recent report suggesting overdiagnosis of asthma in children

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Hello everyone,

You may have seen news stories today covering a report suggesting that children may have been misdiagnosed with asthma.

If you're concerned and would like further information, please visit our website to see our response to the story via this link: asthma.org.uk/about/media/n...

You can also call our Helpline on 0300 222 5800 (9am-5pm, Mon-Fri) to speak in confidence to an asthma specialist nurse.

Best wishes,

Pippa

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