Almost 86,000 children with asthma are at risk of a potentially fatal attack this month, experts warned yesterday.
What is known as September Asthma Peak is one of the riskiest times of the year for those with the condition.
Medics report a spike in hospital visits and admissions from the 85,255 children affected.
Asthma Society Of Ireland chief Sarah O’Connor said: “Doctors see a notable increase in asthma attacks and asthma-related hospital admissions, especially in children returning to school. Parents should refer to the Asthma Society’s September Survival Guide, which can be downloaded from asthma.ie, which sets out every step parents can take to help avoid hospital admissions.
"Parents should also then follow up with the Asthma Society’s Adviceline nurses who will talk them through every step of the guide in more detail.”
Asthma consultant Dr Muhammed Tariq added: “Basics like using the inhaler with the right technique, making sure your child carries their reliever inhaler at all times and getting their asthma reviewed by a GP this month can make all the difference.”
