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Chris

@chrismwasuku.bsky.social
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PhD candidate at KCL. Preparatory NIHR fellow. RN. Interests: COPD, women’s health, menopause & health literacy. I enjoy: gardening, trying to write, reading & naps.

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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Thrilled to be attending my first @pcrsuk.bsky.social conference today!
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
We are “entering the era of biologics” in COPD. Great reminder of what’s been done and what is yet to be done in COPD research. #COPDUK2025 conference lecture by Prof. Chris Brightling
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
What a poignant day having great chats and listening to experts on the Q&A panel about research grant proposals & the funding application process. Thank you Prof. James Chalmers, Prof. Jenni Quint & Prof. John Simpson & @asthmaandlung.org.uk
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
It was so amazing to hear from experts & senior researchers on the what early career researchers can do now to climb the “said” ladder & “done is better than perfect” from Prof. Chalmers & other bits of great advice! Thank you @asthmaandlung.org.uk with @aglipinski.bsky.social
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Today’s takeaways from today’s event: 1. Passion gives staying power. 2. Rejection teaches: reflect, adapt, reapply. 3. PPIE isn’t one-size-fits-all: tailor it to enrich your work. 4. Skill building is a long term asset. Think 20yrs! 5. Good mentors are gold. Learn all you can & credit them!
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Mona Bafadhel @monabafadhel.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Thank you to everyone who attended the #COPDVoices launch at Parliament today! 🗣️ Great opportunity to highlight the needs, challenges and reality of people living with COPD and their carers. Special thanks to @thomassue.bsky.social for organising 🎉
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King's College London @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
A new report has found that people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) feel like ‘second class citizens’. Launched today at the House of Commons, the report sets out the stark reality people with COPD face in securing diagnosis & accessing care. www.kcl.ac.uk/news/people-...
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People with COPD feel like 'second class citizens', finds new report
A report from King’s College London sets out the stark reality people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) face in securing diagnosis and accessing care.
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Haven’t got a copy of the report? No worries! You can read it online here: www.kcl.ac.uk/sims/assets/... Packed with insight and clearly structured, it’s a must-read for anyone interested in #COPDVoices #amatteroflifeandbreath
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Nikki Smallcombe @nikkismallcombe.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Full report: www.kcl.ac.uk/sims/assets/... #COPDVoices @monabafadhel.bsky.social @thomassue.bsky.social @chrismwasuku.bsky.social
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
#COPDvoices the patients and carers have spoken. It’s our duty to listen. @monabafadhel.bsky.social @nikkismallcombe.bsky.social @thomassue.bsky.social
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
What a great turn out and a fantastic day of interactions with @nikkismallcombe.bsky.social at the Houses of Parliament today launching the “COPD voices report” led by @monabafadhel.bsky.social @thomassue.bsky.social
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Sue Thomas @thomassue.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
#COPDVoices ‘patients must have more opportunities to participate in respiratory research’ check out the report for more quotes!
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Mona Bafadhel @monabafadhel.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Thrilled to launch “COPD Voices: A Matter of Life and Breath” today, highlighting the lived experience of people living with COPD and their carers. #COPDVoices 🫁
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jordanzheng111.bsky.social @jordanzheng111.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Great talk! Learn a lot from my amazing colleagues @chrismwasuku.bsky.social @alembert6.bsky.social. Thanks for all the audiences! #Pintofscience.
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
As someone working in COPD research, I’m thrilled to be part of the the launch of COPD Voices: A Matter of Life & Breath. Behind every stat, like “a COPD exacerbation every 20 seconds in the UK” is a real person, a real story. It’s time to listen and push for change. #COPDVoices #TimeForChange
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
First time at #pintofscience was made made even more exciting as I got to present with my brilliant colleagues @alembert6.bsky.social & @jordanzheng111.bsky.social Thank you for the support from a great audience too!
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Nikki Smallcombe @nikkismallcombe.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Followed by the wonderful @chrismwasuku.bsky.social talking about the negative effect oestrogen depletion has in COPD and her love of the fibroblast ! 🔬
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 01/12/2024
Today is World AIDS Day. Research has come far, but the fight isn't over. I'm thinking of my friends, family, and all impacted by HIV — you are loved, you are seen, and you are not alone. This is a cause I give to. Let's continue to support, remember, and fight together. #WorldAIDSDay
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Very proud of my boss, supervisor MonaBafadhel & colleagues SanjayResp & ofcourse the patients. It was an honour to be involved in this study! Reported by @skynewsrss.bsky.social
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DrLJ @drlaurajane.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
It’s Prof Mona Bafadhel presenting the ABRA trial in #COPD! Benra vs Pred at the time of exacerbation! Paper out tonight! NNT=4. Our patients demand better treatment for exacerbations. We can deliver. #BTSWinter2024 #pulmsky
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Stefan Marciniak @profmarciniak.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
So proud that Dr Elaine Soon, winner from our group won the BTS/ Asthma+Lung UK Mid-Career Lecture Award 2024 🫁🥳🍾 Photo credit Ian Jarrold of A+LUK
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John Hurst @profhurst.bsky.social · 15/11/2024
The new 2025 GOLD #COPD report has dropped: gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...
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2025 GOLD Report - Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease - GOLD
The FINAL VERSION OF THE GOLD REPORT WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE THE WEEK OF November 11th GLOBAL STRATEGY FOR PREVENTION, DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF COPD: 2025 Report Evidence-based strategy document for...
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
There’s never enough time at a conference! I attended #KUCI . A collaboration between KCL, Imperial and UCL. It was a pleasure to present my poster on the effects of oestrogen on inflammation in lung cells in-vitro. Inspired by the discussions, learning, and new connections. #COPDresearch
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
It’s World COPD Day-a time to raise awareness and break the stigma! Women are disproportionately affected. While we celebrate the progress, there’s an urgent need for more research & action, especially to support women living with COPD. Let’s push for change together. 💙 #WorldCOPDDay #COPD
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Being Reese @beingreese.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
The Handmaid's Tale is a good book. But did you know that there's a book written by a Black woman about a post-apocalyptic Earth heavily affected by climate change and societal decline. The book was published in 1993, but is set in 2024 following a presidential election 👀 #BookSky #BlackBookSky
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
I have no business buying new books considering my #Tsundonku pile but…hey ho, “welcome to the collection Biko”. I am intrigued to see how Donald Woods wrote about his dear friend during a troubling time in history. #Southafrica #History #Apartheidhistory #non-fiction
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
I’ve just finished reading “you’re embarrassing yourself” & all I want to do is hang out with everyone who resonated with this book & the author. Desiree fans where you at? What should I consume next? I hear her films are great! #desireeakhavan #memoir
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Chris @chrismwasuku.bsky.social · 16/11/2024
Stepping into Blue Sky like it’s a sunny day after a storm—what’s the vibe? #nerds #lunghealth #respiratory #research
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