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Kilkenny woman and coalition of Irish Lung Health charities urges public to 'Love Your Lungs'

Members of the public are being urged to take five steps to protect their lung health into the future – by getting vaccinated against the ‘flu, pneumonia and COVID-19, by quitting smoking, by limiting exposure to air pollution, by eating a balanced ...

17 Sept 2022 at 20:00

National News

Is Ireland safe for children with asthma? - Asthma Society of Ireland reveals new survey findings

The Asthma Society of Ireland has released findings of a survey of Irish parents or guardians about their children’s asthma. One in ten children in Ireland have asthma. 73% of parents surveyed reported that they have experienced anxiety around ...

03 May 2022 at 12:32

National News

REVEALED: Staggering number of premature deaths from air pollution in Ireland

The Asthma Society of Ireland has welcomed the extension of the smoky coal ban to 13 new towns in Ireland, but today released a political briefing to encourage the Government to go further and move toward a ban on all smoky fuels for the ...

02 Sept 2020 at 12:17

Business

Asthma Society launches Back2Work Checklist to help asthma and COPD workers keep safe during Covid-19

The Asthma Society of Ireland has today launched its 'Back2Work Checklist' as part of its Life Alongside Covid-19 campaign. Last month, one in four users of the Asthma Society’s Asthma and COPD Adviceline service looked for additional ...

28 Jul 2020 at 17:36

National News

Hay Fever season is here! Use these top tips to survive the months ahead

The Asthma Society of Ireland has shared the findings of a patient and carer survey, which estimates that a staggering 80% of people in Ireland have hayfever. Despite experiencing multiple hayfever symptoms, the survey revealed 30% ...

24 Jun 2021 at 12:27

Local News

5,587 people with uncontrolled asthma in Kilkenny need to get an Asthma Action Plan in place

Two out of three people with asthma currently do not have an Asthma Action plan, according to a survey undertaken by the Asthma Society, launched today by Minister for Health Simon Harris as part of Asthma Awareness Week. The ...

19 May 2019 at 14:25

Local News

Asthma Society warns 9,312 people in Kilkenny with asthma to take precautions as the cold spell continues

The Asthma Society has issued a warning to people with asthma to stay safe as it is expected to remain very cold throughout the week. Sarah O’Connor, CEO of the Asthma Society of Ireland, said: “Cold weather is a serious ...

22 Jan 2019 at 14:32

Local News

Heatwave Warning for people with Asthma and Hayfever in Kilkenny

The Asthma Society of Ireland is today warning people in Kilkenny who have both asthma and hayfever to take precautions when going on holidays this summer. News in the last 24 hours has indicated a heatwave across ...

24 Jul 2019 at 12:50

Local News

Two thirds of people with asthma not using their inhaler correctly - putting them at risk of a potentially fatal asthma attack

The Minister for Health, Simon Harris, the Asthma Society of Ireland and the Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) have launched an ‘Inhaler Technique’ awareness campaign to encourage people with asthma to ensure that they ...

12 Mar 2019 at 16:38

Local News

Five asthma triggers that can kill the love this Valentine’s Day for the 9,312 people with asthma in Kilkenny

The Asthma Society is encouraging people with asthma and their loved ones to be considerate of asthma triggers to remain safe on the most romantic day of the year. Asthma deaths are on the rise and a ...

12 Feb 2019 at 15:51

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9,312 asthmatics in Kilkenny at risk of potentially fatal asthma attack caused by the flu

Anyone in Kilkenny who has ever had the flu virus knows it is far from a pleasant experience. Headaches, high fever, chills, coughing and aching body are just a few of the many debilitating symptoms....

15 Oct 2018 at 13:14

Local News

3,850 Children in Kilkenny heading back to school at risk of asthma attack

By following simple steps, you could lower your child’s chances of being admitted to hospital this September. The weather is changing, colds and flus are on the rise - add a new school or routine ...

04 Sept 2018 at 15:28

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