EVENTS
Events
Networking Event & Sportsperson Dinner
Aberdeen is set to host an exceptional Networking Event & Sportspersons Dinner, supporting the Asthma and Allergy Foundation. This engaging evening will bring together esteemed sports personalities, successful business leaders, and influential figures from Scotland and beyond, promising an unforgettable experience that celebrates unity and makes a meaningful impact.
Save the date – Thursday, September 14th, 2023 – as the prestigious Chester Hotel in Aberdeen becomes the backdrop for this extraordinary event. Starting at 6:30 pm, the evening will be filled with entertainment, networking opportunities, and the chance to rub shoulders with special guests, including football champions. The event will be hosted by the renowned Rob Maclean from BBC Scotland and BT Sports Commentator, adding a touch of brilliance to the occasion.
Through the support of a National Lottery grant, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation has been educating schools in the Grampian region and providing assistance to people with asthma. Witnessing a remarkable 68% reduction in hospital admissions, they are now expanding their educational initiatives to reach Aberdeenshire, the Glasgow Region, and the Edinburgh/Borders regions. Their vision aims to reduce asthma-related deaths and improve outcomes throughout the country.
They are inviting companies to seize the opportunity to become sponsors for this prestigious dinner event at the Chester Hotel in Aberdeen. As a sponsor, the organisation or company will gain valuable exposure and asthma awareness training for their employees while demonstrating a commitment to making a difference in the lives of asthma sufferers.
The evening promises a delightful blend of entertainment, networking, and giving back as an exciting auction featuring valuable items and experiences is hosted. Raffle prizes and a tombola will add an element of excitement, allowing attendees to win incredible rewards while supporting this worthy cause.
Join the Asthma and Allergy Foundation at the Chester Hotel for an unforgettable evening of networking, entertainment, and the shared commitment to improving the lives of people with asthma throughout Scotland.
For further information, sponsorship opportunities, and ticket purchases, please visit https://rb.gy/cib18 or e-mail info@asthmaandallergy.org.uk.
National Fragrance-Free Day 2023
The CEO of Asthma and Allergy Foundation, Martina Chukwuma-Ezike, had an asthma attack which was triggered by a colleague’s perfume and was pronounced dead. How she came back to life is still a mystery to so many, including her doctors. Martina has dedicated her life to helping fellow asthma sufferers live well with their asthma.
Thousands of adults and children with asthma we support daily share how strong smells (fragrances) impact their asthma. “I did not know my perfume was gradually killing my child, I can’t thank Asthma and Allergy Foundation enough for their help” this is a statement from a mum whose 8-year-old daughter was in hospital every week due to her asthma.
On 13th June 2023, Asthma and Allergy Foundation is launching the National Fragrance-Free Day to help raise awareness of the many things that can trigger asthma, including perfume and raise vital funds to continue to provide evidence-based health information, confidential advice, and support to people with asthma, their families, and carers.
Join the #FragranceFreeChallenge by taking a picture of yourself while holding your nose and donate £2 to the charity. Scan the QR code in the image to donate.
World Asthma Day 2023
To mark World Asthma Day 2023, Asthma and Allergy Foundation teamed up with The University of Aberdeen, and The University of Aberdeen Development Trust and presented an immersive exhibition raising awareness about asthma.
This captivating display, ran from May 3rd to May 10th at the Sir Duncan Rice Library, University of Aberdeen, before moving to the Foresterhill Health Campus from May 11th to May 18th in commemoration of May as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.
Click here to find out more.
World Asthma Day 3rd May 2022
World Asthma Day is organised by the Global Initiative for Asthma, (GINA) a World Health Organization collaborative organisation founded in 1993.
World Asthma Day is an event held each May to improve awareness of asthma and care around the world. WHO recognises that asthma is of major public health importance.
The theme for this year’s World Asthma Day is “Closing the gap in asthma care”. Join us and keep the conversation going.
Listen to one of our podcasts here
Dami Jaiyesimi, our Health Promotion Manager, chats with Professor Steve Turner, Consultant Paediatrician, NHS Grampian to debunk common myths about asthma in children and share the facts to help parents/carers of children with asthma.
