Lung health
Lung health Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with respiratory disease, need some tips on coping with your symptoms, care for someone who is sick or have a child who has a lung condition, we have the answers to your questions and we’re here to help.
How we can help you
How we can help you Need some advice? Want to do something proactive in your community? Or simply want to talk to and meet others who are going through the same thing as you? From our UK-wide network of support groups to online resources and membership, there’s something for everyone.
How you can help us
- Volunteering
How you can help us It’s thanks to the generosity of our wonderful supporters that we’re able to continue with our life-saving work. From taking part in events, raising money at work and getting involved in one of our campaigns, to volunteering or giving in another way, here’s how you can help us to help others.
Research
- Become a Research Investor
Research Funding research into understanding, alleviating, treating and preventing lung disease is a vital part of our work. Since the British Lung Foundation was founded, we have invested more than £22 million in supporting research into all lung conditions.
Health care providers
- Health care provider e-bulletin sign up
Health care providers We fund vital, ground-breaking research. We support health care providers in delivering patient care of the highest standard. And we raise awareness of lung disease in the workplace. Find out how.
About us
- Contact us
About us Many thousands of people work tirelessly at our offices, in the community, and as supporters and eventers, to make us what we are. Read more about them and how to contact us.
BLF across the UK
BLF across the UK We work to improve the lives of people affected by lung disease right across the UK. Discover what we’re doing in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and find support where you live.

Lung health

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Recently diagnosed >

If you’ve just heard that you or someone close to you has lung disease, you can turn to us for expert information, advice and support. more >

About your lungs >

Your lungs are amazing. Find out how they work and why it’s important to take good care of them. more >

Lung conditions >

Find trustworthy, up-to-date and comprehensive information on more than 40 types of lung condition. more >

Children's lungs >

Having a child who is unwell is a really worrying time. Find the information and support you need. more >

Treatment >

Learn about the variety of ways to treat lung disease. more >

Living with a lung condition>

From tips on health eating to information about going on holiday, everything you need to know to live well with lung disease. more >

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