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A platform for the UK respiratory sector, shaping debate, supporting progress and championing innovation. Seed-funded by BTS/NHSE. Tweets are not endorsements.

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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
The latest BTS training standards have been created to ensure patient-centred, safe pleural procedures. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralProcedureTS2026
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
This RESP Seminar is the latest instalment in an initiative connecting early-career researchers with expert voices. Join Advanced Physiotherapist Lizzie Grillo to explore a physiotherapist's perspective of Breathing Pattern Disorder. 📅 Tue 3 Feb 🔗 brit-thoracic.uk/RESPFeb26
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Responding to the need for greater clarity for all learners and their supervisors, the latest BTS training standards have been created to ensure patient-centred, safe pleural procedures. Find out more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralProcedureTS2026
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Explore a physiotherapist's perspective of Breathing Pattern Disorder with Advanced Physiotherapist, Lizzie Grillo. Join this webinar to explore current treatment & research based future care. 📅 Tue 3 Feb, 7pm brit-thoracic.uk/RESPFeb26
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Join INSPIRE for an insightful webinar with Advanced Physiotherapist, Lizzie Grillo, exploring a physiotherapist's perspective of Breathing Pattern Disorder.  📅  Tue 3 Feb, 7pm brit-thoracic.uk/RESPFeb26
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Join lead authors Dr Alanna Hare and Dr Andrew Stanton to find out more about the development of the BTS training standards for pleural procedures. Learn more👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralProcedureTS2026
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Our latest feature article on Respiratory Futures highlights the recent publication of the BTS training standards for pleural procedures. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PleuralProcedureTS2026
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Join Dr Charlie Addy and Andy Lee to discuss his role as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) and the Respiratory ACP Network, which supports ACPs across the UK. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFACP-2025
The role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner with Andy Lee
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
In this latest feature, we speak to Dr Nick Gompertz as he highlights his concerns over the accuracy of the widely used Pulse Oximeters. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PulseOximetersFeature2025
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) and co-founder of The Respiratory ACP Network, Andy Lee, joins us in the latest episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast to discuss this important role in respiratory care. Explore the episode 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFACP-2025
The role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner with Andy Lee
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Pulse Oximeters became commonplace throughout COVID-19 as a quick and easy way to measure a patient's blood oxygen levels. Dr Nick Gompertz as he highlights his concerns over the accuracy of these devices 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PulseOximetersFeature2025
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 26/12/2025
Our host, Dr Charlie Addy, speaks with Andy Lee to discuss his role as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) and the Respiratory ACP Network, which supports ACPs across the UK. Listen Here 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFACP-2025
The role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner with Andy Lee
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
Dr Gompertz calls for caution and better education with clear warnings on the use of Fingertip Pulse Oximeters. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PulseOximetersFeature2025
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Join Dr Charlie Addy and Andy Lee to discuss his role as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) and the Respiratory ACP Network, which supports ACPs across the UK. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFACP-2025
The role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner with Andy Lee
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
In this latest feature, we speak to Dr Nick Gompertz as he highlights his concerns over the accuracy of the widely used Pulse Oximeters. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/PulseOximetersFeature2025
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Our host Dr Charlie Addy speaks with Professor Tom Wilkinson to discuss the role of NRAP in supporting clinicians and patients across England and Wales. Listen Here 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFNRAP-2025 #Podcast #Respiratory #Healthcare #NRAP #Data
The National Respiratory Audit Programme supporting clinicians and patients across England and Wales with Professor Tom Wilkinson
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Explore the impact of the 2023 Clinical Statement on community acquired pneumonia in people with a learning disability. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/COPFeature2025 #Respiratory #LearningDisability #Guidance #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Join Dr Charlie Addy and Professor Tom Wilkinson to discuss his role within NRAP and how NRAP supports clinicians and patients across England and Wales. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFNRAP-2025 #Podcast #Respiratory #Healthcare #NRAP #Data
The National Respiratory Audit Programme supporting clinicians and patients across England and Wales with Professor Tom Wilkinson
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Join Professor Najib Rahman to learn more about the future of pleural infection management in the latest instalment of free RESP webinars. 🗓️ Mon 8 Dec, 7pm Book your space 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RESPDec #Respiratory #Webinar #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #Training #Learning
RESP Webinars
Pleural Infection with Professor Najib Rahman
Mon 8 Dec, 7pm
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
The NICE guidance on pneumonia covers diagnosing, assessing, and treating pneumonia. It aims to optimise antibiotic use and reduce antibiotic resistance. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/NICEPneumonia2025 #Guidance #Respiratory #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Book now for the next RESP webinar on pleural infection - a FREE session created to provide the latest research insights in respiratory healthcare. 🗓️ Mon 8 Dec, 7pm Find out more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RESPDec #Respiratory #Webinar #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #Training #Learning
RESP Webinars
Pleural Infection with Professor Najib Rahman
Mon 8 Dec, 7pm
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
In March 2023 we released the Clinical Statement on community acquired pneumonia in people with a learning disability. Explore the impact of this guidance at the Bradford District Care Trust. Read the article 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/COPFeature2025 #Respiratory #LearningDisability #Guidance #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Senior Clinical Lead at the National Respiratory Audit Programme, Professor Tom Wilkinson joins us in the latest episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast to discuss how data supports care. Explore the episode 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFNRAP-2025 #Podcast #Respiratory #Healthcare #NRAP #Data
The National Respiratory Audit Programme supporting clinicians and patients across England and Wales with Professor Tom Wilkinson
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Physiotherapy Professional Lead, Donna Smalley and Community Matron for Adults with Learning Disabilities, Tracey Barningham discuss resources available to improve patient care and outcomes in adults with Learning Disabilities. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/COPFeature2025 #LearningDisability #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Our host Dr Charlie Addy speaks with Professor Tom Wilkinson to discuss the role of NRAP in supporting clinicians and patients across England and Wales. Listen Here 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFNRAP-2025 #Podcast #Respiratory #Healthcare #NRAP #Data
The National Respiratory Audit Programme supporting clinicians and patients across England and Wales with Professor Tom Wilkinson
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
COPD affects around 3 million people in the UK and is the second most common cause of emergency hospital admissions each year. The Respiratory Futures website provides a range of clinical resources to healthcare workers, helping to improve patient outcomes.🧵⬇️ #WorldCOPDDay #COPD #Respiratory
World COPD day
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
RESP Webinars have been developed with Inspire and Asthma + Lung UK to provide a free educational resource to respiratory professionals. Join Professor Najib Rahman for insights into pleural infection diagnosis & management. 🗓️ 8 Dec, 7pm 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RESPDec #Webinar #Education
RESP Webinars
Pleural Infection with Professor Najib Rahman
Mon 8 Dec, 7pm
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Stay up to date with the latest best practice in pneumonia-related care with the NICE guidance. Explore the resource 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/NICEPneumonia2025 #Guidance #Respiratory #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Explore the impact of the 2023 Clinical Statement on community acquired pneumonia in people with a learning disability. Read more 👉brit-thoracic.uk/COPFeature2025 #Respiratory #LearningDisability #Guidance #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
A key meeting in the European Parliament revealed that key lung conditions cost the European region €1.4 trillion a year. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFEU25 #LungHealth #Respiratory #EU
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Join Professor Najib Rahman to learn more about the future of pleural infection management in the latest instalment of free RESP webinars. 🗓️ Mon 8 Dec, 7pm Book your space 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RESPDec #Respiratory #Webinar #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #Training #Learning
RESP Webinars
Pleural Infection with Professor Najib Rahman
Mon 8 Dec, 7pm
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Book now for the next RESP webinar on pleural infection - a FREE session created to provide the latest research insights in respiratory healthcare. 🗓️ Mon 8 Dec, 7pm Find out more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RESPDec #Respiratory #Webinar #Education #ProfessionalDevelopment #Training #Learning
RESP Webinars
Pleural Infection with Professor Najib Rahman

Mon 8 Dec, 7pm
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Mesothelioma is a rare type of lung cancer, typically caused by asbestos inhalation and commonly starting in the lining around the lungs. Join Professor Robin Condliffe and Professor Dean Fennell in the latest episode. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFmesothelioma-2025 #LungCancer #Mesothelioma #Research
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
The NICE guidance on pneumonia covers diagnosing, assessing, and treating pneumonia. It aims to optimise antibiotic use and reduce antibiotic resistance. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/NICEPneumonia2025 #Guidance #Respiratory #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Ed Gyde shares his thoughts on the EU Parliament's approach to lung disease in this article 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFEU25 #LungHealth #Respiratory #EU
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Internationally renowned researcher Professor Dean Fennell joins us to discuss the latest developments in mesothelioma treatment. Listen to the episode 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFmesothelioma-2025 #Podcast #Respiratory #LungCancer #Mesothelioma #Research
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
Our host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks with Professor Dean Fennell to discuss the exciting developments in treatment and genetic testing in mesothelioma. Learn more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFmesothelioma-2025 #Podcast #Respiratory #LungCancer #Mesothelioma #Research
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
Ed Gyde reports on the calls for wider EU collaboration between organisations to improve lung health.  👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFEU25 #LungHealth #Respiratory #EU
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Stay up to date with the latest best practice in pneumonia-related care with the NICE guidance. Explore the resource 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/NICEPneumonia2025 #Guidance #Respiratory #Pneumonia
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Mesothelioma is a rare type of lung cancer, typically caused by asbestos inhalation and commonly starting in the lining around the lungs. Join Professor Robin Condliffe and Professor Dean Fennell in the latest episode. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFmesothelioma-2025 #Podcast #LungCancer #Mesothelioma
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Today is World Chronic Cough Day, and we sat down with Dr Sean Parker to discuss the importance of chronic cough awareness, patient impact and available resources for healthcare workers. Read more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/ChronicCough2025 #ChronicCough #WorldChronicCoughDay #Awareness
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Join Dr Charlie Addy and Professor Peter Openshaw CBE to discuss the lessons learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic, future pandemic preparations and how to better protect patients and healthcare systems. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025 #COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory
Pandemic Preparedness: safeguarding our future with Professor Peter Openshaw CBE
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
Distinguished respiratory physician and mucosal immunologist Professor Peter Openshaw CBE joins us in the latest episode of the Respiratory Futures Podcast to discuss Pandemic Preparedness. Explore the Episode 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025 #COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory
Pandemic Preparedness: safeguarding our future with Professor Peter Openshaw CBE
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Always lovely to catch up with Orla Veale, CEO of @irishthoracicS #ERSCongress
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Our host Dr Charlie Addy speaks with Professor Peter Openshaw CBE to discuss Pandemic Preparedness and lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen Here 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025 #COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory #Healthcare
Pandemic Preparedness: safeguarding our future with Professor Peter Openshaw CBE
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Join FIRS' webinar: “Redefining Lung Health” at 1pm today in celebration of World Lung Day. This special webinar will spotlight FIRS’ major global efforts to improve lung health: redefining how it is assessed and how to ensure everyone has access to the medicines they need. 👉 bit.ly/WLDWebinar
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
This document outlines the following four-step approach and includes a practical care pathway: 1) Identification 2) Assessment 3) Management 4) Monitoring Find out how timely nutritional support can enhance quality of life for people living with COPD 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD0825
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Our host Professor Robin Condliffe speaks with Professor Nick Hart to discuss barriers to treatment and the latest research in COPD. Learn more 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD-2025
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Join Dr Charlie Addy and Professor Peter Openshaw CBE to discuss the lessons learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic, future pandemic preparations and how to better protect patients and healthcare systems. 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFpandemic-2025 #COVID-19 #Pandemic #Immunology #Podcast #Respiratory
Pandemic Preparedness: safeguarding our future with Professor Peter Openshaw CBE
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Respiratory Futures @respfutures.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
COPD is the second most common cause for hospital admission and the third leading cause of death worldwide. Join Professor Robin Condliffe and Professor Nick Hart in the latest episode 👉 brit-thoracic.uk/RFCOPD-2025
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