ALT The image shows a woman taking part in breathing exercises. Supporting text reads "What an amazing session. I feel so relaxed. I almost feel I've been away for a few days!" - Mindfulness for Lung Health group participant.

ALT Image graphic with the copy: What to do in an asthma attack Step 1: Sit up straight and keep calm Step 2: Take one puff of your reliever inhaler (usually blue) every 30-60 seconds - up to 10 puffs. Step 3: If you feel worse at any point or you don't feel better after 10 puffs, call 999 for an ambulance, Step 4: If the ambulance has not arrived after 10 minutes and your symptoms are not improving, repeat step 2. Step 5: If your symptoms are no better after repeating step 2, and the ambulance has still not arrived, call 999 again. Important: This asthma attack does not apply to MART inhalers. Speak to your GP or asthma nurse for more information.