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Using your inhalers

… Using your inhalers Find out how the right inhaler technique will help you to manage your symptoms and reduce side effects. On this page Why your inhaler technique is important Using the right technique for … less likely to get side effects because the medicine isn’t being absorbed into the rest of your body. This gives you …

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Referrals to NHS services

… you to other NHS services like stop smoking services, weight loss clinics, allergy testing and asthma specialists … body mass index (BMI). They might also measure your waist. Losing weight can improve breathlessness and your energy … help you to: track your diet and exercise make a plan for losing weight review how you’re getting on. Your GP can refer …

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Your asthma healthcare team

… for example by referring you to stop smoking services, weight loss groups, or counselling. To make an appointment … are working well for you  give stopping smoking advice and weight management support  give flu and other vaccinations. … for people with food allergies and those who want to lose weight. A dietitian can help you: manage any food allergies …

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What causes asthma?

… to help them breathe after the birth. A low birth weight can also be a risk factor for asthma. Bronchiolitis … attacks. Research also suggests a link between excessive weight gain in young children and their risk of developing … a healthy weight is important. If you are very overweight, losing weight can improve asthma symptoms . Low levels of …