As reported by Digital Health, NICE has published draft guidance recommending eight digital platforms to help people with asthma manage their condition
The technologies — Asthmahub, Asthmahub for parents, AsthmaTuner, Digital Health Passport, Luscii, myAsthma, RDMP and Smart Asthma — are being recommended for NHS use while further evidence is collected over the next three years.
NICE said the tools show promise in improving asthma control and supporting patients to manage symptoms more effectively. Each platform includes a personalised digital asthma action plan, symptom and medication tracking, inhaler reminders and educational content, including videos on inhaler technique. The guidance stresses the technologies are designed to support, not replace, routine clinical care.
Early evidence suggests the tools may improve asthma control scores, reduce hospital visits and increase patients’ confidence in self-management. NICE highlighted their potential to help address health inequalities, as asthma outcomes are worse in more deprived communities.
Separately, NICE has issued draft guidance on digital technologies supporting the diagnosis of asthma and COPD using spirometry tests. One tool, ArtiQ.Spiro, is recommended for NHS use during an evidence-generation phase, while four others require further research.
Both consultations are open until 21 January 2026.
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