Respiratory diseases3 days agoCalls for vaping to be banned inside venuesAn organisation says those with health conditions should avoid second-hand vapour "like the plague".3 days ago5 days agoWomen urged to have jabs to protect unborn babiesHealth experts say vaccinating against RSV infection can reduce hospital admissions by over 80%.5 days ago2 Sept 2026Flu vaccine rollout begins as NHS regroups from 'busiest summer'This year's jab has a few tweaks, including changes to better combat last year's Super-K strain.2 Sept 20263 Jun 2026'He was killed by a disease we had never heard of'George Elliot died from silicosis which is caused when particles of silica dust get in to the lungs.3 Jun 202619 May 2026Runner completes marathon in mum's memory despite lung conditionClaire Smith has bronchiectasis, 50% lung capacity and suffers near constant chest infections.19 May 202617 Apr 2026Pregnancy vaccine reduces baby hospital admissions for RSV by 80%A study confirms the vaccine gives excellent protection for babies against life-threatening chest infections.17 Apr 20266 Apr 2026Mobile apps to help treat asthma and COPD patientsThe mobile apps have videos on how to take inhalers correctly and learn breathing techniques.6 Apr 202627 Feb 2026Temporary restrictions on hospital visits introduced in LerwickThe surgical ward at Gilbert Bain Hospital will continue to welcome essential visitors.27 Feb 202619 Feb 2026'I started smoking at 12 and quit 66 years later'A tobacco dependency team offers free treatment to hospital inpatients who smoke to help them quit.19 Feb 2026...
