Oxygen Depot

What do my lungs do?

We need oxygen so that our body can turn food into energy, which we need for growth, repair and movement. Your lungs take in oxygen from the air you breathe in and move it into your bloodstream, so that it gets to every part of your body

How your lungs work On this page, we explain what your lungs do and how your respiratory system works to help you breathe.

How can I protect myself from air pollution?

On high pollution days, the best thing you can do to reduce your exposure to air pollution is to avoid main roads and busy streets where possible. If you have a lung condition or have children, this is even more important.

Lowering your risk from air pollution Find out what you can do to limit the effects of air pollution and lower your risk

Home oxygen therapy
Find out what home oxygen therapy is and whether you could benefit from it. We also have information on getting home oxygen therapy delivered and using it safely.

Home oxygen therapy If you’re living with a lung condition, you may be offered home oxygen therapy if your blood oxygen levels are persistently low. We’ve put this information together to explain what home oxygen therapy is, why it’s used as a treatment and who can benefit from using it.