The whole of the UK is having a late summer heatwave this week, which is welcome after a summer of rainy days and grey skies. However, some people with lung conditions find hot weather can cause their symptoms to flare up. Read our top tips for looking after your lungs in hot weather so you can enjoy the last of the summer.
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Urgent alert as Saharan dust cloud covering the UK could prove deadly – and millions told ‘stay inside’
A Saharan dust plume blowing over the UK could trigger severe asthma attacks, experts have warned.
But while it could make for some pretty pictures, the dust cloud could increase the risk of people with asthma and other breathing difficulties having life-threatening reactions, according to charity Asthma + Lung UK.
This could be as mild as breathlessness and coughing, or at worst, hospitalisation or a fatal attack.
Dr Andy Whittamore, clinical lead at the charity told The Sun: "Saharan dust could pose a serious risk to people living with a lung condition, such as asthma.
“Dust and other types of air pollution are a well-known trigger for people with lung conditions.”
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Please ring our helpline if you are concerned about your asthma in this weather 0300 225800 option 3 for nurses, or WhatsApp us on 07378606728
So are we all enjoying the heat...!
oh dear here comes the pollen
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