Resources & tips

In this practical session, Ruth Morrow, Clinical Nurse Specialist, shares expert advice on managing asthma during the winter months - including tips on cold weather, winter viruses and vaccination. You’ll also hear from Caroline Madden, who speaks about managing her child Jack’s asthma over winter and the support her family received from our asthma nurse-led services. Whether you live with asthma or care for a child with asthma, this webinar offers clear, reassuring guidance to help you stay well this winter. Kindly supported by Pfizer.

Winter can be one of the most challenging times of year for people living with asthma. Cold weather and circulating viruses such as flu, RSV and COVID-19 can increase the risk of symptoms worsening, flare-ups, and hospital visits.   This webinar covers why winter increases risk for people with asthma, practical tips to protect your breathing in cold weather, the importance of vaccinations for people with asthma, when and how to seek support, a parent’s perspective on keeping their child well over winter, and a Q&A with our asthma nurse. Kindly supported by Pfizer.

Winter can be a difficult time for people with asthma and their families. Cold weather, viruses such as flu, COVID-19, RSV and pneumonia, along with air pollution, allergens, and temperature changes all increase the risk of symptoms. This webinar covers topics such as: understanding asthma and how it affects the lungs; guideline-based treatment, including MART; managing winter triggers like mould, dust mites, and viruses; and practical self-care tools and tips such as the 5-Step Rule, Asthma Action Plans, and trigger avoidance.

This webinar is designed to help parents and teachers feel confident supporting children with asthma as they head back to school. You’ll learn how to manage everyday asthma challenges, from spotting triggers and using medications to knowing what to do in an emergency. The webinar also features positive parenting tips to ease worries and support your child’s wellbeing, along with practical guidance for school life. Plus, you’ll get free resources and advice to make this school year healthier and less stressful for everyone.