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First twice yearly biological medicine for asthma gets UK approval

The first twice-yearly biological medicine for use as an add-on treatment for asthma has been approved by the MHRA.

16 Dec 2025

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MHRA warns of risk of overuse of SABA in asthma

Warning of risk of severe asthma attacks and increased mortality associated with overuse of short-acting SABA in patients with asthma.

29 Apr 2025

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Next steps in asthma care

An update on the new treatment pathways for asthma management in the UK.

19 Feb 2025

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New asthma guidelines published

New UK guideline recommends prescribing combination treatments for people with newly diagnosed asthma.

27 Nov 2024

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Clinical update: A breath of fresh air

A new era of pharmacological management is envisaged in recently published draft guidance on the treatment of asthma. Mark Greener offers an insider’s view

22 Oct 2024

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Rhinitis and asthma increase CVD risk

Asthma and allergic rhinitis may increase the risk of angina, coronary heart disease and myocardial infarctions, according to a recent analysis.

08 Apr 2024

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Freezing out winter illness

The winter months cannot only exacerbate common conditions but bring with it some serious impacts on health.

11 Dec 2023

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Pharmacy Magazine Podcast - Category Insight: Asthma

We're back! This month covering all things asthma... with advice from Asthma + Lung UK.

20 Oct 2023

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Spring into action

As the pollen season begins, here's how pharmacy can help customers suffering from hayfever

12 May 2023

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Covid's legacy in older people with asthma

One in seven older adults with asthma experienced depression for the first time during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Canadian research.

13 Feb 2023

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Help to tackle reliever inhaler overuse

Community pharmacies may hold the key to improving patients' understanding of their asthma.

01 Jul 2022

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Management of uncontrolled asthma in community pharmacy

The Taskforce for Lung Health is calling on policymakers and commissioners to provide extra funding to help community pharmacies deliver regular – and improved – care for the millions of people in the UK living with asthma.

05 May 2022

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Changes benefiting children

NICE has published new draft guidelines that aim to ensure all babies, children and young people using NHS services have the best possible experience of care.

19 Jul 2021

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