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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 an NHS 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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