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Today is #WorldAsthmaDay and we're raising awareness of asthma triggers and the importance of having an asthma action plan to help those with the condition keep their symptoms under control. ➡️Learn more: bit.ly/3WbT3Qg
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@HealthHubApps is great if you have asthma or COPD. It allows you to monitor your condition on an ongoing basis, helping you avoid a potentially life-threatening asthma attack or COPD flare-up and can reduce the risk of hospitalisation: buff.ly/40Y04me
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Their second win of the evening @healthhubapps @icst_news for winning Moving Towards Net Zero Through Digital, well done on your achievements! #HSJDigitalAwards – at Manchester, England
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Join us in congratulating the winner of Generating Impact in Population Health Through Digital @healthhubapps @icst_news The judges felt that this was an impressive combination of patient empowerment and professional support networks. #HSJDigitalAwards – at Manchester, England
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NHS Wales’ free Asthmahub and COPDhub smartphone apps can help people to manage their condition. Regular users of these apps have reduced their number of GP or emergency department visits. Download and find out more here: primarycareone.nhs.wales/new…
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New data shows the new NHS respiratory apps by @HealthHubApps can improve lung health and reduce visits to a GP by 36% and to A&E by 19%. If you have asthma or COPD start using them today: healthhub.wales/ bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-6560…
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Do you want to improve the everyday management of your asthma or COPD? COPDhub, Asthmahub and Asthmahub for Parents are free apps developed by NHS Wales and respiratory experts to help you understand and manage symptoms. Learn more: healthhub.wales/
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This World Asthma Day why not download the @HealthHubApps Asthma App on buff.ly/40Y04me. Use the Asthmahub to record the details of your healthcare, from peak flow diaries to GP appointments, and more, in one easy-to-use place. #WorldAsthmaDay #WorldAsthmaDay2023 🫁
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Asthma is a common lung condition that causes occasional breathing difficulties. It affects all ages and often starts in childhood. Common asthma triggers include allergies, cold air, smoke and infections like colds or flu. More advice here 👉 bit.ly/359Pj9d
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With current extreme pressures on our health services, we are encouraging anyone with asthma or COPD to download the NHS Wales health hub apps as it provides a digital bridge between patients and the NHS. healthhub.wales/
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Good inhaler technique can keep you well View step-by-step video instructions within the ”my asthma/COPD Plan” section of your Healthhub for help on getting the most out of your medicine. For more information on the NHS Wales Respiratory Apps visit: healthhub.wales
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🚨 NEW data shows people who regularly use the new @HealthHubApps for more than 6 months improve their lung health, resulting in over a third (36%) of users reducing their visits to the GP and one in five (19%) reducing their admissions to A&E. 🧵 nation.cymru/news/new-nhs-wa…
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An analysis of new NHS Wales lung apps shows they could significantly reduce pressure on GPs and admissions to A&E. nation.cymru/news/new-nhs-wa…
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If you know a parent of a child with asthma, let them know about free NHS Wales Asthma for parents app, which helps to manage, monitor and learn about your child's asthma, wherever you are. Download the app from play.google.com/store/apps/d… apps.apple.com/us/app/id1483…
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🫁 The need to better promote the Asthma Hub App: Supporting patients to stay well and empowering patients to drive standards of care. The next steps are to promote the app to be used more widely. @HealthHubApps
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🫁 Thank you to Dr Katie Pink for talking to us about the key objectives in asthma care which included: thorough diagnosis, personalised action plan and reducing carbon footprint through green inhalers.
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🫁 Patient panel member, Val, highlighted over the years she’s had limited asthma reviews and during the pandemic she was introduced to the NHS Wales Asthma App, which has helped her tremendously.
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Morriston A&E very busy & serious illness/injuries prioritised. If you have a MINOR injury e.g. fracture, cut that needs stitches, small burn, pls go to Minor Injury Unit at NPT Hospital to avoid very long wait. More info on what MIU can/cannot treat here:sbuhb.nhs.wales/urgent-care-…
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The best way to quit smoking is with free NHS help and support Continue to refer those who smoke and want to stop into #NHS Help Me Quit for the best chances of success Refer online: helpmequit.wales/professiona…
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Physical activity is associated with improvements in health & educational attainment. Children can meet between 25-35% of their daily activity needs by walking, scooting or cycling to school. Visit orlo.uk/KlEJy and @PublicHealthW for more information.
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