Your stories

People like you, talking about their experiences of lung health.

Reading the stories of people who have faced the same challenges as you could be comforting, moving or inspiring.

John looking at his phone

Living with IPF, I’ve felt forgotten

John lives with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and is practising social shielding. He shares how he’s adapted.
Sandra #QuitforCovid

I’m quitting to protect my lungs

At a time when lung health matters more than ever, Sandra explains why she #QuitforCovid.
Andrew Menzies-Gow at the Taskforce for Lung Health One Year On report launch-tile image

The coronavirus pandemic could pave the way for progress and evolution within the NHS

Professor Andrew Menzies-Gow, NHS England's national clinical director for respiratory, discusses the importance of digital services for the NHS.
banner image of girl holding placard next to air pollution road

Stay at home, stay safe and protect your neighbours' lungs

Zak and Dan in our policy team discuss how we can look out for each other by keeping the air clean during the lockdown.
Biddy, one of our specialist helpline advisors

Coronavirus: we’re here to help

Biddy explains how the BLF helpline team is supporting people at this time, and how you can help the team answer even more calls
Picture of man completing survey on tablet

Four things we learnt about coronavirus from people like you

Andrew recently organised a survey to find out how coronavirus is affecting people with lung conditions. Here’s what we learnt.
Julie on sofa with cat and medication

I'm vulnerable but I'm not a number in a database

Julie explains how people categorised as 'vulnerable' are still contributing to society.
Teresa from Breathe Easy Nottingham - staying connected during coronavirus

How our Breathe Easy group has gone digital

The coronavirus outbreak has paused Breathe Easy group meetings. Teresa shares how her group has embraced technology.
Carol Liddle at taskforce launch event

My daughter and I are both shielding - here's how we're staying in touch

Carol lives with severe COPD. Her daughter lives with severe asthma. She explains how they're keeping in touch while shielding for 12 weeks.

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Do you have a story to tell? It could be about your lung condition, a friend or relative you know who lives with one, or how caring for them impacts your life. We'd love to hear what you've got to say.

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