Why is this important for you?

Approximately 5.4 million people in the UK were receiving treatment for asthma in June 2010, and of these, 10% were children. The cost of managing and treating patients with asthma places a huge financial burden on the NHS and has an even greater impact on the quality of life for those suffering from the condition, and can result in physical, emotional and social distress. Pharmacists can help patients manage their asthma more effectively by educating them about their condition, the causes and triggers, and how to use their asthma medicines correctly.

This quick reference guidance will provide you with a brief summary of asthma, its causes and triggers. It also explains how you can support patients with asthma to improve management of symptoms and medicines adherence.

Who needs to read this?

All pharmacists who are involved in delivering services and providing care to patients with asthma.

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