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<p>The National Health Service is working closely with voluntary sector partners to
improve patient outcomes for those with severe asthma and a National Health Service
Cardiovascular Disease-Respiratory national programme has been developed in line with
recommendations from the Taskforce for Lung Health.</p><p>Both respiratory disease
and the health of children and young people are priority areas in the NHS Long Term
Plan, which aims to improve respiratory care through earlier diagnosis and increased
access to treatments. The Respiratory Delivery Board will take forward respiratory
proposals set out in the Plan, while the Children’s Transformation Board will oversee
work to review national asthma policy and existing clinical guidelines.</p><p>The
current quality outcomes framework indicators for asthma are in consultation and changes
for the annual review indicators may include data on asthma control; exacerbations;
and written personalised action plans. NHS RightCare will be publishing an asthma
toolkit later this year to support local commissioners and systems in delivering quality
care. A best practice tariff for asthma, which aims to reduce variation in asthma
care, is also in development.</p>
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