British Thoracic Society (BTS) @BTSrespiratory Twitter profile

Last Seen Profiles

@TamesideMnsBiz

@Saia_Suex2

@Kathari68890226

@AudeSuramy

@mohsen_ado

@Josepablosilvar

@jandakembangstw

@drury297

@AudeSuramy

@Saia_Suex2

@carobrodandroll

@OmerLahav8

@iamminshooketh

@Wy53931639

@alina_dinou

@Sakiure_acp

@bhustacrow21

@Matchalattes1

@_alienamoore_

@forgetvinceslve

@NASA

@thihthii

@brolovska

@ChecchiLuc61981

@Balancing_Actor

@agribretagne

@__shakeerah

@tffifeehi

@0vHogs

@pengen_stw

@rorerarera

@xaber_mix

@Kuya24K

@shandia49640379

@djtabfi

@NATURAL_VIEWS_

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We are pleased to announce that Rachael Moses ( @AHPLeader ) has been appointed BTS President-elect for 2021. Her tenure will begin in December 2020 as Dr Graham Burns assumes the role of President for the year. Read more at

131

77

636

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

We are delighted to welcome our President for 2022, Ms Rachael Moses ( @NHSLeader ), who assumes the role today at the BTS AGM.

38

32

460

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Update to our COVID-19 page. New BTS advice on COPD for Healthcare Professionals an updated version of the guidance for CPAP, BiPAP, HFNO in adults with suspected or proven COVID-19, plus palliative/end of life care.

4

217

264

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Oxygen is a treatment for hypoxaemia, not breathlessness. BTS developed a Guideline for oxygen use in healthcare and emergency settings to support healthcare professionals in providing excellent care to their patients.

4

145

209

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Rachael Moses is the first non-medical President of BTS. We asked her to introduce herself in less than 30 seconds. @NHSLeader

12

32

218

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

BTS have just published guidance for Community Respiratory Services in relation to COVID-19

15

188

207

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

We wish to thank our former President @NHSLeader for all of her fantastic work over the last year. Championing the first in-person Winter Meeting since COVID-19 is no mean feat, and we are grateful for the kindness Rachael has shown in her position to all respiratory colleagues.

19

27

214

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We are asking healthcare professionals wherever they are based, to help us develop best care for people recovering from COVID-19. Which interventions will be essential to patient rehabilitation, immediately post discharge and in the short term? Tell us at

19

147

203

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Please also see below a picture of the suggested NIV set-up for Bi-level (IPAP/EPAP, not CPAP) that we included in the latest guidance, with the oxygen entrainer placed between filter and exhalation port.

13

111

171

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

COVID-19 page update. We have published the new BTS guide to follow-up respiratory care for patients recovering from COVID-19 pneumonia, and updated our Guidance on Venous Thromboembolic Disease

6

121

165

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

“It is a sad indictment that respiratory services have never been prioritised and thus it is no surprise that they are struggling to cope with a global pandemic of respiratory disease. " Professor Jon Bennett @BTSChair

2

77

165

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

With Glenfield @Leic_hospital , we developed SPACES, an alternative ward care approach to minimise staff exposure to suspected or +ive COVID patients. Sharing Patient Assessments Cuts Exposure for Staff. Please download, print, share. @rcplondon endorsed.

3

126

160

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

BTS is calling for Respiratory Support Units to be officially recognised, supported and adequately funded across the NHS. Read our release at

3

81

151

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Join us in wishing a huge #congratulations to our President Rachael Moses @NHSLeader on receiving her Honorary Doctorate in Allied Health Professions, Midwifery and Social Work at the University of Hertfordshire.👏🎓

10

5

151

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

As of today, Dr Graham Burns begins his tenure as BTS President, and with him, we welcome Rachael Moses as the President-elect.We would like to express our gratitude to the outgoing President, Dr Munavvar, for his contributions and support during this year

3

12

149

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

COVID-19 - Restarting Services - We have published new guidance: - Reopening pulmonary rehab. services for people with chronic respiratory disease, - Adapting pulmonary rehab. to meet the recovery needs of post COVID-19 patients. @thecsp @TheACPRC

7

83

140

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Under-resourced respiratory services cannot adequately deliver routine services while expected to lead on acute/long-term COVID care, and long-COVID assessments. Patients with lung disease are being deprived of access to the specialist expertise they need

4

62

135

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Vectura, a company that for over 20 years has worked to treat lung disease, is now part of the tobacco industry. We are disappointed and concerned at the outcome of the shareholder vote. Read our full statement

1

88

131

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

SPACES has now been endorsed by the @theRCN , joining @RCPLondon in supporting this alternative ward approach which can help keep staff safer and reduce PPE use. Sharing Patient Assessments Cuts Exposure for Staff.

2

82

131

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Today BTS members heard from Professor Sir Jonathan Van Tam who spoke of his experience of COVID-19 and what it means for the health sector. No empty seats left in the room and a standing ovation were testament to the excellent guest lecture. #BTSWinter2022 #respiratoryhealth

3

15

131

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Our @BTSChair Professor Jon Bennett shares his vision of how respiratory support units are the future of acute respiratory care, in an article for @HSJnews

Introducing respiratory support units in the NHS will transform ...

Professor Jon Bennett shares his insights on respiratory support units and their potential to revolutionise acute respiratory care for patients

www.hsj.co.uk

4

63

121

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

7 months

Good morning and welcome to the first day of the BTS Winter Meeting for 2023. We look forward to seeing you soon! #BTSWinter2023 #Respiratory #RespEd #RespIsBest

0

18

125

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

9 years

New study says gold-based #nanomedicine could revolutionise effectiveness of lung cancer treatments #BTSWinter2015

0

10

56

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

9 months

Today BTS publishes a Clinical Statement on Pulmonary Rehabilitation. It builds on the BTS Guideline for Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Adults, published in 2013, and addresses developments in research and technology since this time. Access the statement:

1

70

126

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

As of today, Sally Welham becomes the Chief Executive of BTS, and together with the BTS HQ team, will be supporting the Board and BTS Members in pursuit of Better Lung Health for All. More at

18

12

121

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

And it's over, with the use of extremely advanced technology, we have now completed the complex calculations required, and the result is @e_sapey is Mug of The Day, followed by @Isteefer in second with @drphilmol and @ProfHurst trailing in the distance. Here is the winning mug!

3

16

113

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

1 year

Today BTS publishes the new Guideline and Clinical Statement on Pleural Disease. Read more here: . Both the Guidance and Clinical Statement are available on the BTS website: #Respiratory #PleuralDisease #RespIsBest #RespEd

1

78

113

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

We look forward to working with Professor @LungDocBenno as our new BTS President-elect.

12

10

108

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Respiratory support units are the future of acute respiratory care. Read our @BTSChair Professor Jon Bennett explaining why, in this @HSJNews article in January

Introducing respiratory support units in the NHS will transform ...

Professor Jon Bennett shares his insights on respiratory support units and their potential to revolutionise acute respiratory care for patients

www.hsj.co.uk

1

38

94

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

The respiratory workforce is and will continue to be under pressure even after the pandemic is over, we need the NHS to work with the specialty to implement solutions to the staffing issues that turn every winter into a crisis

1

41

102

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

NIV is a multidisciplinary effort. Our audit found only 52% of organisations had a nursing lead and 34% had a physiotherapy lead for their acute NIV service. We recommend that these proportions reach at least 90% . @thecsp @theRCN @RCPLondon @TheACPRC

6

58

101

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We have added more national guidance on our COVID-19 resources page on 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲, and on 𝗡𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

1

87

101

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

5 years

The updated BTS/SIGN Asthma National Guideline has been launched! Both the full and summary versions are here Many thanks to all involved in this important publication. @signguidelines @BTSchief @BTSchair @BTSrespQI @respfutures

0

94

101

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

We welcome Professor Onn Min Kon ( @onnmin ) as the BTS President-elect for 2022, role that becomes effective today at the BTS AGM.

3

5

100

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Respiratory nurse specialists are an important component of any multi-disciplinary team.We have published the first professional development framework for the specialty, to support training and development of current and aspiring respiratory nurses @theRCN

1

47

93

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

We developed over 20 COVID-related guidance documents and other resources for respiratory specialists and all healthcare professionals, to support them when looking after their patients. @RCPlondon @ARNS_UK @ARTP_News @theRCN @ICS_updates @TheACPRC

0

42

90

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

5 years

The BTS Medal 2019 goes to Professor Mike Morgan, for his continuing contributions to respiratory medicine, in the fields of education, clinical practice and national policy #BTSwinter2019

1

21

87

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

We wish to congratulate Professor Gisli Jenkins @IPFdoc as one of the prizewinners at this year's Winter Meeting. #BTSWinter2022 #respiratoryhealth

4

6

92

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We have just released new guidance on managing the risk of COVID-19 infection to staff and other patients deriving from people admitted to hospital and receiving acute Non-Invasive and Long-Term Ventilation

4

81

87

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

. @NHSGIRFT reported that hospitals with Respiratory Support Unit-like services showed lower mortality during the pandemic, and recommended their establishment across the NHS. Read the new BTS/ @ICS_updates guidance on how to implement and operate them.

5

54

86

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Thank you very much for attending this year's Winter Meeting and celebrating our 40th birthday with us. We look forward to seeing you again in 2023 at the Summer Meeting on 22 & 23 June in Manchester or Winter Meeting 22-24 November in London. #BTSWinter2022

1

7

89

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Congratulations to BTS President-elect, Ms Rachael Moses, on receiving an OBE for her services to the NHS #respisbest

0

5

87

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Congratulations to BTS Member Dr Martin Allen, awarded an MBE for his services to the NHS, particularly during COVID-19 #respisbest

2

9

86

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

A reminder to healthcare professionals in charge of ILD patients. ILD is now included in the “shielding” category. Patients must now be sent a letter advising they are at risk of severe disease if they catch COVID-19. Please do this without delay,more info

4

65

82

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Reducing health inequalities- @AHPleader says we need to move away from the "medical model" of treating disease and move to looking at the whole picture, all aspects that influence the development and trajectory of disease with a multi professional approach #HSJRespiratoryVirtual

2

21

78

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We added more resources on our COVID-19 page. Updated guidance for NIV (clinical and technical) and HFNO , information for carers, a clarification on nebuliser use, and advice on Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

3

54

76

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

We warn that the respiratory workforce is and will continue to be under pressure even after the pandemic is over, and we call for the NHS to work with the specialty to find and implement solutions to the staffing issues that turn every winter into a crisis

1

43

77

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

NIV is a multidisciplinary effort. Our audit found only 52% of organisations had a nursing lead and 34% had a physiotherapy lead for their acute NIV service. We recommend that these proportions reach at least 90% . @thecsp @theRCN @RCPLondon @TheACPRC

1

45

74

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

BTS warmly welcomes the establishment of "long-COVID" clinics announced by @NHSEngland however, we also recommend that going forward respiratory professionals are involved from the start in designing specialist care for COVID-19 patients.

1

39

67

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

7 months

NEW: Today BTS publishes its Clinical Statement on Chronic Cough in Adults. This Statement aims to support clinical practice and provide practical recommendations as to how to implement recent evidence. Read the Statement here:

3

43

75

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

The BTS Medal 2021 is awarded to Sheila Edwards, for her transformational, inclusive and energetic leadership of the British Thoracic Society over many years in her role as Chief Executive. #BTSWinter2021

6

7

72

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We updated our COVID-19 with new resources. Guidance for bronchoscopy, lung cancer and management of adult asthma, in relation to COVID-19 If you are experiencing PPE shortages, report it to @rcplondon at

1

55

72

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Congratulations to BTS Honorary Secretary Dr Lisa Spencer, on receiving an MBE for her services to the NHS during Covid-19. #respisbest

3

8

71

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We have updated our COVID-19 page to include a resource pack to support Pulmonary Rehab (PR) Professionals and people with chronic lung disease while face to face PR isn’t possible. @TheACPRC @ARNS_UK @thecsp #btspulmrehab

3

59

70

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Non-Invasive Ventilation plays a key role in the management of COVID-19 patients. If you have an interest in the technique, we have a course which will cover lessons learned from the pandemic, physio. and practical tips @RCPLondon @thecsp @theRCN @theACPRC

3

40

71

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We produced a Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) resource pack to help with the provision of PR while face-to-face interaction may be prevented by the pandemic @theCSP @arns_UK

1

31

67

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Today marks 40 years since the birth of @BTSrespiratory . As BTS would not be here without you, our members, we are celebrating our birthday sharing your stories and memories of what makes BTS your Society. Visit #BTSat40

3

26

67

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We are collating the existing information and advice on COVID-19 to support respiratory professionals in their decision making. We will continue to update this resource as more detailed guidance becomes available.

1

54

66

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Congratulations are in order to our President Dr Graham Burns on his recent appointment as @NHSEngland National Speciality Adviser for Long Covid

Newcastle doctor appointed first national speciality advisor for Long Covid - Newcastle Hospitals...

Dr Graham Burns, a consultant physician at Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infirmary, has been appointed a National Specialty Adviser for Long Covid by the NHS.

www.newcastle-hospitals.nhs.uk

5

12

66

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Congratulations from all at BTS to Rachael Moses, our President-Elect, on her @TheACPRC award.

Rachael Moses

@NHSRachaelM

3 years

Truly feel so many others are deserving of this award but I will accept gracefully on behalf of all those around me, those who have supported me and to those who never say no to my ideas 😍 For anyone that doesn’t think they are good enough, take it from me you are ❤️ #ACPRC21

134

20

921

2

1

65

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Please consider adopting the SPACES approach to ward care, to reduce staff and patient exposure to COVID-19. Pragmatic advice, developed with Glenfield Hospital and endorsed by @theRCN and @RCPlondon . Find it at

1

32

65

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

6 years

A massive thank you to all delegates who have attended #BTSWinter2018 ! Great attendance this year and a variety of great research and tips for everyone working in respiratory medicine! See you next year for #BTSWinter2019

2

10

61

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Respiratory Support Units are a dedicated area of a respiratory department where enhanced respiratory care & monitoring can be provided to patients, by highly specialised multi-professional teams. Read the BTS/ @ICS_updates guidance on their implementation

5

31

61

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We have published the second part of our guidance on resuming respiratory services, with details on lung function testing, sleep physiology and bronchoscopy. Please remember that it's meant to be used jointly with part 1.

1

47

59

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Thanks to the support of our members, we have so far produced 20 BTS COVID-19 guidance documents and resources for a range of respiratory conditions and services to help you provide the best possible care for your patients and reduce the risk of infection.

0

21

61

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Speech and Language Therapists (SLT) are key members of the Multiprofessional respiratory team. Read how Claire Slinger, Consultant Respiratory SLT, found her path into this role, and how SLTs contribute to patient care. @claire_slinger @RCSLT

0

18

62

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We would like to congratulate Dr Martin Allen, Board Member and invaluable contributor to many BTS initiatives, on his appointment as the National Specialty Adviser for Physiological Measurement. Martin will bring vast knowledge and enthusiasm to the role

Fifth GIRFT clinician appointed to national NHS leadership role - Getting It Right First Time -...

Dr Martin Allen, Getting It Right First Time’s clinical lead for respiratory medicine, has been appointed as a National Specialty Adviser to the NHS. National Clinical Directors (NCDs) and National...

gettingitrightfirsttime.co.uk

9

14

58

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

7 years

We publish new guidance today on use of emergency oxygen to help save lives #BTSemergencyO2guideline

1

86

51

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Recent reports suggest the prevalence of Bronchiectasis in the UK is close to 300.000. If you are a healthcare practitioner involved in the care of patients with adult bronchiectasis, we developed a guideline to support you.

1

43

56

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

The #BTSWinter Meeting is over, if you missed it, here is @BTSchair 's closing message to delegates and to everyone in the respiratory community.

2

15

58

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

5 years

We have published our position on Integrated Respiratory Care and the work we will undertake to support its delivery. Best care comes from teams working together and sharing expertise to a common aim; specialists supporting the community they serve

1

35

58

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Respiratory advice for the non-respiratory physician in the time of COVID-19, an essential article just published in the Clinical Medicine Journal @Clin_Med , featuring among its authors, our @BTSchair , our President and one of our Officers.

1

40

58

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Again we call for RSUs to be established and properly resourced across the NHS. They will continue to help us responding to COVID-19 and bring improvement to the way we manage patients with acute respiratory illnesses, especially during the winter surges.

7

28

56

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

The respiratory specialty has seen a growing number of Advanced Clinical Practitioners, high-level professionals compementing the traditional medical workforce with unique skills. We asked about their route into the profession. @ACPNetworkUK @Padma_RespANP

2

15

53

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Today our new Quality Standards for Clinically Significant #Bronchiectasis in Adults 2022 have been published. A self-management plan is included, providing a practical resource for guiding improved service delivery. Read the Quality Standards:

0

38

53

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

We are absolutely thrilled to have been shortlisted for the Association Excellence Awards 2021, for the Society’s work supporting the respiratory community during COVID-19. #AEA2021

3

12

56

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

6 years

For the first time all 3 Keynote lectures at #BTSWinter2018 will be from eminent female scientists and clinicians- Prof Dame Sally Davies, Prof Moira Whyte and Prof Brigid Hogan! You don't want to miss out. @ShenoteSpeaker @IPFdoc @e_sapey @BTSchief @RespTrainees #RespisBest

2

21

56

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We have published the first part of our guidance covering the general principles for resuming and continuing urgent and elective outpatient services during the COVID-19 endemic stage. This will be followed by guidance to include elective respiratory care.

0

44

51

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

is now live. It is a new hub that will collect and share the latest evidence and guidance available in regards to managing recovery from COVID-19 and its longer term health impacts.

7

49

55

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

With @ICS_updates ,we have published a COVID-19 Respiratory Support Pathway which includes an outline of how Respiratory Support Units will support COVID patients, by safely providing enhanced non-invasive respiratory support in non-critical care settings.

2

32

56

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

We look forward to working with @AlisonArmstron as our new BTS Chair of the Education and Training Committee.

7

4

55

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

After monitoring the COVID-19 situation and the possible length of its impact, we decided to cancel the Summer Meeting 2020. Patient care is at the centre of everything we do, and we feel that this is the most responsible action we can take. #BTSSummer2020

0

36

52

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

Treating tobacco dependency and the NHS LTP is about to start. Come hear from @MatthewEvison1 @LeicesterLungs and @melaniejo33 This is going to be a great session. #BTSSummer2022

0

8

53

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

8 years

Two thirds of people with chronic lung disease use inhalers incorrectly - better education needed #BTSWinter2016

1

60

46

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

2 years

We wish to congratulate Professor Nicholas Hart @NickHartGSTT , as one of the prizewinners at this year's Winter Meeting. #BTSWinter2022 #respiratoryhealth

1

8

50

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Today is World Lung Day, and the theme for this year is respiratory infections. While COVID-19 dominates the headlines, it is important not to forget the many other respiratory infections responsible for millions of deaths worldwide. #WorldLungDay

0

32

51

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

The winner of this year Medical student award is Dr Alastair Watson of the University of Birmingham. Congratulations also to the highly commended candidates Aditya Adiga of Birmingham University and Lakshya Sharma of Imperial College London #BTSWinter2021

7

4

49

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

COPD is incredibly diverse, with different approaches needed for each patient, and one of the most common reasons for emergency hospital admission in the UK. Hear more about this sub-specialty at @resptrainees #resptrainees

1

22

48

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

We would like to thank all BTS members and the respiratory community for their invaluable help in inspiring and developing our COVID-19 guidance. Our page with advice on shielding and COVID-19 resources have been visited over 140k times since it launched

1

17

46

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

5 years

Today is #WorldAsthmaDay . Here are a few videos on inhaler techniques @UKinhalerGroup @lunguk @asthmauk

How to use your inhaler

Watch our short video guides about using your inhaler correctly. The right technique will ensure you’re getting the right dose, so you can better manage your symptoms.

www.asthmaandlung.org.uk

0

32

49

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

1 year

Today the first BTS Position Statement on Health Inequalities in respiratory has been published. Read the press release to learn more: . The Statement is available here: #RespEd #RespIsBest #Respiratory #HealthInequalities

2

31

50

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

. @NHSGIRFT reported that hospitals with Respiratory Support Unit-like services showed lower mortality during the pandemic, and supported their establishment across the NHS. Read the BTS/ @ICS_updates guidance on how to implement and operate them.

0

24

50

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

7 years

The benefits of quitting smoking can start within 20 minutes @nhssmokefree #NoSmokingDay

1

50

42

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

We welcome Dr Paul Walker as the new Chair of the BTS Board. Dr Walker replaces Professor Jon Bennett ( @LungDocBenno ) who stepped down at the BTS AGM today after 3 years in the post.

3

4

46

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

COVID-19 page update. We updated the advice for Community Respiratory Services, published a clarification on NIV (set-up and modes) and new info for people managing patients with ILD.

1

41

45

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

6 years

The draft BTS Guideline for Bronchiectasis in Adults is now available for public consultation. The deadline for comments to be returned is 5pm on 16 April. For more information and to submit your comments please see here

0

38

41

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Today we have published the latest BTS audit of adult Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV). Substantial improvements but room for betterment in many areas, including leadership and infrastructure. Report is available at @thecsp @theRCN @RCPLondon

0

34

45

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

We are ready to welcome you to the first all-virtual #BTSWinter Meeting in just a few more minutes. For those not able to tune in live, a reminder that all sessions will remain available to watch again for three months.

1

17

47

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

4 years

Book onto our new online Non-Invasive Ventilation course, which this year has a particular focus of lessons learned from the use of this technique in the management of COVID-19 patients.

4

23

44

British Thoracic Society (BTS)

@BTSrespiratory

3 years

Results are in. The Mug of the Day goes to @e_sapey , closely followed by @ProfHurst , @Isteefer in third place and @drphilmol gets the wooden spoon. #BTSWinter The challenge continues tomorrow 1730.

1

8

45