02/02/2026
Teachers invited to attend asthma event to improve attendance and safety
Teachers are invited to attend a free event to help them give the best care possible to pupils who live with asthma.
Thousands of children in Greater Manchester have the condition and the half-day session will see NHS clinicians give staff simple steps they can take to improve support for children.
This could lead to an improvement in attendance figures, as well as reduce the risk of pupils becoming unwell at school.
Anyone involved in improving health, safety and inclusion for children in school is welcome to attend, including local authority leads, public health teams, paediatric, respiratory and other relevant clinical professionals, children’s services leaders, commissioners and system partners.
The event will also see the launch of the city region’s first asthma guide, which gives schools clear, practical advice.
The event is being held by NHS Greater Manchester on Thursday, February 12, 9.30am-12.30pm, followed by a networking lunch, at the British Muslim Heritage Centre, College Road, Manchester, M16 8BP.
Go to https://www.events.england.nhs.uk/events/greater-manchester-asthma-friendly-schools-launch-event for more information and to register.
