Reports
Out of Sight, Out of Mind – Asthma in Scotland Today
March 2005
There are 390,000 people with asthma in Scotland. This report shows that many suffer needlessly with symptoms that could be kept under control. More than half say they are kept awake at night by their asthma and 40% of people have needed to use their inhaler more than 25 times in the previous month.
A Quarter of a Million Voices – Asthma in Wales Today
March 2005
The prevalence of asthma in Wales is among the highest in the world, with 260,000 people living with the condition and the rate of hospital admissions for adults 28 per cent more than anywhere else in the UK. This report reveals the true extent of how asthma affects people in Wales and the standards of care that they receive.
A Moving Picture - Asthma in Northern Ireland Today
February 2005
Detailing the reality of living with asthma in Northern Ireland, 'A Moving Picture' is based on in-depth interviews with almost 300 people with asthma in Northern Ireland, supplemented with data from asthma epidemiology expert body LAIA.
Where Do We Stand?: Asthma in the UK Today
December 2004
'Where Do We Stand?' is a unique set of key statistics documenting the extent of asthma in the UK today. It highlights how many people are living with the condition, how many are dying from asthma and how much it costs the UK. The report makes recommendations for developing the provision of healthcare for people with asthma of all ages across the UK.
Shaping the Future of Asthma Research
October 2004
This innovative report brings together the knowledge and experience of scientists and people with asthma to discuss research priorities. The report should help demystify research for a lay audience as well as give scientists a better understanding of the concerns of people with asthma.
Asthma at Work - Your Charter
September 2004
'Asthma at Work - Your Charter' sets out ten recommendations to reduce the impact of asthma in the workplace, and provides information on asthma triggers and symptoms, instructions on what to do if someone is having an attack, and guidelines for employers on making the work environment an asthma-friendly zone.
Living on a Knife Edge
May 2004
More than half a million people with asthma in the UK are living in constant fear that their next attack will be the one that kills them.
In this report, Asthma UK highlights the huge impact that asthma has on the lives of the 2.6 million people in the UK with severe asthma symptoms.
Asthma UK Annual Report & Accounts 2003/2004
Asthma UK's new-look Annual Report & Accounts describes achievements over the year, looks ahead to the future and gives space to people with asthma, their families, Asthma UK staff and researchers to tell their stories. The report reflects the first year of a new five-year strategic plan, which brings together the charity's existing activities and many new initiatives under five key areas of work: Childhood, Healthcare, Work, Life & Leisure and the Future.
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