Breathing New Life Campaign

In the hustle and bustle of our busy streets of the towns and cities in which we live, asthma and other respiratory related conditions are increasing year on year. Many of us either suffer or know someone who suffers. For them, it`s not a question of how they got the problem but how they are going to live with it. For most, inhalers or other treatments are sufficient. Others, however, are less fortunate and the condition completely rules their life, some to the extent that they become completely housebound.

Nebulisers, which convert medicines to a fine mist so it is easily absorbed by the lungs, are required in these severe cases. The sticky mucus that congests the lungs must be dispersed otherwise the patient may suffocate. These nebulisers are thought, by many, to be freely available on the NHS.  The reality is in most cases they are not, and where they are available the patient must travel to and from their Surgery for treatment. Constant trips to the Surgery or Hospital can be both tiring, and expensive should the patient need transport.  Having their own nebuliser not only gives them a freedom from this, allowing them to lead a reasonably normal life given their condition, but also goes some way to prevent cross infection which could ultimately worsen their condition.

From 1995, NARA has provided nebulisers and other medical equipment required by patients suffering severe respiratory conditions, such as asthma, COPD and emphysema, to name but a few. However, any equipment loaned will be done only with the strict written approval and consent of the patients` GP.

Again, as with the respiration monitors, we ask for a refundable deposit of £25 with any equipment loaned, plus the consideration of a £5 per month voluntary contribution to help run this service.

To get in touch with our medical team, please email info@thebreathingcharity.org.uk, or phone our office - 01604 494960.