With the change in seasons, asthma and COPD (emphysema) sufferers may notice that they become more wheezy and breathless - and are having to use their inhalers more.

Before winter sets in is a good time to review whether you are on the best mixture of inhalers for you. There are many triggers for a flare of asthma or COPD - for example, cold air or exercise - but often a flare up can be due to a cold or a chest infection. If you are needing your reliever inhaler more than a handful of times a week, then you should have a review.  This can be done either with your GP, or with our nurse Barbara, who runs asthma/COPD clinics on Wednesday afternoons and Monday evenings.

Also ensure you have your flu vaccination ahead of winter, free to all over 65 and those under 65 with certain medical conditions. Please contact us if you are unsure if you qualify.