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Understanding Asthma

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For the sufferer, asthma means acute and distressing attacks of breathlessness, and occasionally even life-threatening ones. It is a major and increasing health problem of the Western World, yet it is still sometimes misunderstood

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For the sufferer, asthma means acute & distressing attacks of breathlessness, & occasionally even life-threatening ones. It is a major & increasing health problem of the Western World, yet it is still sometimes misunderstood & badly treated.
This succinct guide should help. Written by Professor Jon Ayres, well known as an authority & broadcaster on the subject, it covers the causes, diagnosis & treatment of asthma in a way that sufferers & their families should find both reassuring & easy to follow.

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Professor Jon Ayres, MD, FCRP was trained at Guy’s Hospital, where he also held clinical & research posts. He has a special interest in asthma & the effects of air pollution on the lungs. He is currently Professor of Respiratory Medicine at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital.

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World - A physical grouping, commonly used to describe earth and everything associated with ti
Medicine - A biological substance used for health benefits
Treatment - A way in which medics care for patients illnesses. A manner which someone behaves to someone else.

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Lloydspharmacy
This well-known pharmacy has over 1650 branches across the UK and is committed to its vision of being a great healthcare brand. Branches are conveniently located in central community and health centre locations and staff strive to provide informative advice to all customers, with private consultation areas available in almost all pharmacies. Lloydspharmacy works closely with the NHS to deliver specific healthcare services, including services aimed at the prevention and management of chronic conditions. Health check services include free blood pressure testing, free diabetes testing, cholesterol checks and heart checks. Lloydspharmacy also sell a range of healthcare products for the home, such as blood pressure monitors, cholesterol monitors and allergy relievers. The Lloydspharmacy website has extensive features including online prescription ordering, information on medical conditions and an online advice service. Run by qualified pharmacists, the online service is a useful and convenient way for people to access expert knowledge.
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