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Fact sheets · Patients & carers
Thunderstorm asthma can happen suddenly to people in spring or summer when there is a lot of pollen in the air and the weather is hot, dry, windy and stormy.
Last updated 7/11/2024
Information papers · Health professionals
This information paper provides evidence-based guidance on identifying and managing patients at risk of thunderstorm asthma for GPs, asthma educators, practice nurses and pharmacists.
Last updated 1/11/2022
Information papers · Health professionals
This resource for pharmacists has been designed as a handy tool to identify and advise at-risk patients on thunderstorm asthma.
Last updated 1/6/2022
Fact sheets · Patients & carers
Windborne plant pollen is a well-known trigger for seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. This pollen can blow into your nose and eyes, triggering asthma and allergies.
Last updated 1/10/2024
Patients & carers · Fact sheets
Effective treatment for hay fever (allergic rhinitis) can help you keep your asthma under control.
Last updated 1/1/2017
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