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The British Thoracic Society is the largest respiratory membership body in the UK. We work towards better lung health for all. Our tweets are not endorsements.

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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
This course is for all members of the multi-professional team caring for patients who require home oxygen, and who wish to improve their skills. Explore now 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/HomeOxygenTherapy2026
Adult Home Oxygen Therapy Short Course 

15 April 2026 

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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
There’s only one week left to secure your place! This course has been designed to give clinicians an extensive overview of the management of chronic breathlessness in adults. 📅 4 March 2026 Book in while you can 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ChronicBreathlessness26 #ShortCourse #NHS #Healthcare
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Book now for next month's short course, which will further your understanding, develop and explore your skills in non-pharmacological approaches to chronic cough. Secure your spot👉 brit-thoracic.uk/CoughControlTherapy26 #ShortCourse #ChronicCough #ProfessionalDevelopment #Healthcare
Friday 20 March Cough Control Therapy for Chronic Cough
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
There is 1 week left to secure your place on this expert-led course, designed for the whole multi-disciplinary team. 📅 25 Feb 2026 Book now 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PRFeb26 #ShortCourse #PulmonaryRehab #ProfessionalDevelopment #Healthcare #Respiratory #NHS
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Do you have an abstract that provides measured improvements to patient care and highlights multi-professional projects? Submit your abstract for the opportunity to showcase your work in respiratory medicine! Deadline: 16 March 2026 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SummerAbstract2026
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Our brand-new Training Standard is intended to provide those working within respiratory services with a suitable standard to support the improvement and expansion of their skills.  Read the statement 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralTrainingStandards
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Are you a respiratory trainee considering a research career? Our Respiratory Clinical Research Training Day is the perfect opportunity to gain insights into respiratory research and network with your peers. Apply by: 19 February 2025 Explore the event and the bursary 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RCRT26
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to showcase your work at our 2026 Summer Meeting! We are seeking abstracts that highlight respiratory QI projects, innovative care models, digital technology and multi-professional collaboration. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SummerAbstract2026
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Our short courses are designed by experts, for experts. This home oxygen therapy-focused short course will provide you with the tools needed to provide patient care in line with the BTS Home Oxygen Quality Standards. Explore now 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/HomeOxygenTherapy2026
Adult Home Oxygen Therapy Short Course 

15 April 2026 

Online
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Designed to grow your skills and ensure you are providing the best at-home care for your patients, this course has a specially curated programme built by experts in respiratory care. Book now 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/HomeOxygenTherapy2026
Adult Home Oxygen Therapy Short Course
15 April 2026
Online
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
We are 1 month away from the Fundamentals of Pulmonary Rehabilitation, developed by experts in the field in line with national standards. 📅 25 Feb 2026 Secure your space 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PRFeb26 #ShortCourse #PulmonaryRehab #ProfessionalDevelopment #Healthcare #Respiratory #NHS
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
We are thrilled to be partnering with Asthma + Lung UK to fund grants in respiratory-related research. 🗓️ Apply by: Fri 13 Feb 2026 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ResearchGrant2026
Fellowship funding: Now available
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Showcase your work at our 2026 Summer Meeting! From patient care improvements to digital innovations – this is your opportunity to present your abstract to fellow respiratory professionals. 📅 Deadline: 16 March Submit now 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SummerAbstract2026
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Join us for this excellent opportunity for those interested in research career pathways. 📅 29 April 2026 Application Deadline: 19 February 2026 Explore the event and find out about the bursary 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RCRT26
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
These new training standards set out how learners should demonstrate skills required to perform key pleural procedures Find out more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralTrainingStandard
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Chronic Breathlessness is a common symptom of respiratory illnesses. This course will cover an extensive array of objectives relevant to clinicians involved in the management of chronic breathlessness in adults. 📅 4 March 26 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ChronicBreathlessness26 #ShortCourse #Healthcare
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Abstract Submissions Open! We are looking for abstracts that highlight respiratory QI projects, innovative care models, digital technology and multi-professional collaboration, to be presented at the 2026 Summer Meeting. 📅 Deadline: 16 March Submit today 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SummerAbstract2026
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
This course will equip respiratory professionals with the tools needed to order Home Oxygen Therapy and follow up with patients in line with the BTS Home Oxygen Quality Standards. Book now 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/HomeOxygenTherapy2026
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Responding to calls from within the respiratory community, we have worked closely with experts to develop Training Standards on Pleural Procedures. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralTrainingStandards
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Do you have an abstract that provides measured improvements to patient care and highlights multi-professional projects? Submit your abstract for the opportunity to showcase your work in respiratory medicine! Deadline: 16 March 2026 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SummerAbstract2026
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Our brand-new Training Standard is intended to provide those working within respiratory services with a suitable standard to support the improvement and expansion of their skills.  Read the statement 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralTrainingStandards
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Are you a healthcare worker looking develop a deeper understanding of Pulmonary Rehabilitation? This course will provide a foundation of understanding of this exercise and education programme. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PRFeb26 📅 25 Feb 2026 #ShortCourse #PulmonaryRehab #ProfessionalDevelopment
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Secure your spot at our Respiratory Clinical Research Training Day and gain essential insights into launching your research career. Apply by: 19 February 2025 Explore the event and the bursary 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RCRT26
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
This audit highlights the need for national data collection to provide benchmarking for UK hospitals and has proven that the current data collection is scalable. Read the full EBUS pilot audit report 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/EBUSreport2025
EBUS Pilot Audit Report Now available
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Apply now to join the Respiratory Clinical Research Training Day on 29 April 2026 in Birmingham! Gain insights into careers in research and network with your peers Deadline: 19 Feb 26 🔗 brit-thoracic.uk/RCRT26
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Our Chair, Professor Richard Russell, worked with @mediaplanetukie.bsky.social and @theguardian.com on a Winter Preparedness campaign. Read more about respiratory health, skin health, pain management and supporting the NHS 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/WinterPreparedness25 #winterpreparedness2025
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
With contributions from leading clinicians, this course is an excellent learning opportunity for healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with chronic cough. Secure your spot👉 brit-thoracic.uk/CoughControlTherapy26 #ShortCourse #ChronicCough #ProfessionalDevelopment #Healthcare
Friday 20 March Cough Control Therapy for Chronic Cough
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
These new training standards set out how learners should demonstrate skills required to perform key pleural procedures Find out more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralTrainingStandards
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
A report using data from our UK ILD Registry shows gender differences in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), indicating a need for a gender-based approach in managing IPF. Read the full report 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ILDGender2025
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Are you or someone you know a healthcare professional who would like to explore a research career? Past-President Professor Nick Maskell talks through our partnership with Asthma + Lung UK to fund respiratory-related research grants 🗓️ Apply by: Fri 13 Feb 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ResearchGrant2026
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
We are working with SIGN to develop a brand-new guideline focusing on specialist interventions for patients with severe asthma. Read the draft scope and have your say 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SIGNdraft25 Deadline: Wednesday 14th January 2026
New BTS/SIGN guideline in development
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
We have worked with experts to develop a comprehensive programme to refine and improve the practice of clinicians involved in the management of chronic breathlessness in adults. 📅 4 March 2026 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ChronicBreathlessness26 #ProfessionalDevelopment #ShortCourse #NHS #Healthcare
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
A pilot audit of the Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) dataset has found variation in the use of EBUS across the UK. Find out more about the findings and what that means for EBUS data collection 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/EBUSreport2025
EBUS Pilot Audit Report Now available
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Responding to calls from within the respiratory community, we have worked closely with experts to develop Training Standards on Pleural Procedures. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralTrainingStandards
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
We are working with SIGN to develop a brand-new guideline focusing on specialist interventions for patients with severe asthma Read the draft scope and have your say 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SIGNdraft25 Deadline: Wednesday 14th January 2026
New BTS/SIGN guideline in development
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Recordings of our webinars are made available so that you can keep your knowledge up to date at your convenience. MDR-TB Clinical Simulated Case Discussion 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/MDRTBRecording25 Biologics in Respiratory Medicine 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/AsthmaBiologicsRecording25
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
This course is designed to develop a foundation of understanding of this exercise and education programme in line with national standards, including the BTS Clinical Statement on Pulmonary Rehabilitation. 📅 25 Feb 26 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PRFeb26 #ShortCourse #PulmonaryRehab #Healthcare
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
This study, using ILD Registry data, showed gender differences in baseline characteristics and outcomes in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Find out more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ILDGender2025
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
Stay up to date on the latest respiratory treatments at your convenience with our recorded webinars. MDR-TB Clinical Simulated Case Discussion 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/MDRTBRecording25 Biologics in Respiratory Medicine👉 brit-thoracic.uk/BiologicsRecording25
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
Our Chair, Professor Richard Russell, worked with @mediaplanetukie.bsky.social and @theguardian.com on a Winter Preparedness campaign. Read more about respiratory health, skin health, pain management and supporting the NHS 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/WinterPreparedness25 #winterpreparedness2025
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
We are working with SIGN to develop a brand-new guideline focusing on specialist interventions for patients with severe asthma Read the draft scope and have your say 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SIGNdraft25 Deadline: Wednesday 14th January 2026
New BTS/SIGN guideline in development
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
We are working with SIGN to develop a brand-new guideline focusing on specialist interventions for patients with severe asthma Read the draft scope and have your say 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SIGNdraft25 Deadline: Wednesday 14th January 2026
New BTS/SIGN guideline in development
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
A deep-dive data analysis found variation in the use of EBUS across the UK, and an audit will be key to providing benchmarking data for a quality assurance process. Find out more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/EBUSreport2025
EBUS Pilot Audit Report Now available
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
We have developed a comprehensive programme which will refine and improve the practice of clinicians involved in the management of chronic breathlessness in adults. 📅 4 March 2026 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ChronicBreathlessness26 #ChronicBreathlessness #ProfessionalDevelopment #ShortCourse #Healthcare
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
We are thrilled to be partnering with Asthma + Lung UK to fund grants in respiratory-related research. This fund is for healthcare professionals who would like to apply for a PhD or equivalent qualification. 🗓️ Apply by: Fri 13 Feb 2026 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ResearchGrant2026
Fellowship funding: Now available
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
We are pleased to announce Dr Odiri Eneje as the new Chair of the Education and Training Committee and Professor James Chalmers as the new Chair of the Standards of Care Committee. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/IncomingChairs2025
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
We are working with SIGN to develop a brand-new guideline focusing on specialist interventions for patients with severe asthma Read the draft scope and have your say 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/SIGNdraft25 Deadline: Wednesday 14th January 2026
New BTS/SIGN guideline in development
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
📢 Join the British Thoracic Society Be part of a community driving change in respiratory medicine. Access discounted education, research, and opportunities to make a difference. 🔗 Learn more and join: Join today: bit.ly/4h8stPg #BTSMembership #RespiratoryHealth
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
The 2025 recipient of the Meritorious Service Award is Dr Ingrid Du Rand; for her hard work and commitment to the BTS guideline programme. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/MSA2025
Ingrid Du Rand
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The British Thoracic Society @btsrespiratory.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
A retrospective cohort analysis using data from our ILD Registry explores the impact of gender in IPF features, comorbidities and outcomes in the UK. Read the full report 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ILDGender2025
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