Month: August 2026

Bedfont® brings respiratory monitoring solutions to ERS with a focus on clinical research

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Showcasing the NObreath® and Smokerlyzer® range while connecting with research teams and global distribution partners at Europe’s leading respiratory congress.

Bedfont® Scientific Limited, a world leader in breath analysis, is excited to be attending this year’s European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Barcelona. With over 50 years of experience in the design and manufacture of medical breath analysis devices, Bedfont® looks to connect with professionals in healthcare and clinical research to share its innovative Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) and carbon monoxide (CO) monitoring technology.

The ERS Congress is the world’s largest international meeting dedicated to respiratory medicine, bringing together approximately 20,000 clinicians, researchers, healthcare professionals and industry leaders from across the world. This year’s congress takes place in Barcelona from the 5th to the 9th of September, providing a platform for sharing the latest scientific advances, promoting collaboration and driving innovation in respiratory care.

This year’s theme is “United for better breathing: partnership between patients, clinicians and researchers.” With Bedfont® looking to strengthen its commitment to respiratory clinical research, ERS provides the perfect platform to connect with industry professionals and showcase its innovations.

Jason Smith, CEO at Bedfont®, comments, “ERS Congress is one of the most important events in the respiratory calendar, bringing together the very people driving innovation in respiratory medicine. We’re excited to return to Barcelona to showcase our NObreath® FeNO device and Smokerlyzer® range, while strengthening relationships with our distributor network and connecting with research teams and healthcare professionals. As Bedfont® continues to expand its presence in medical research, we’re looking forward to discussing how our trusted respiratory monitoring solutions can further support studies and ultimately improve patient care around the world.”

The Bedfont® team will be at Stand R.19 from the 6th to the 9th of September, where visitors can explore the NObreath® and Smokerlyzer® devices and meet the experts behind them. Joining the team is renowned respiratory nurse and clinical leader, Carol Stonham MBE, who will be on the stand to share her expertise and provide valuable clinical insight into the role of FeNO testing in respiratory care. Carol will be available alongside Bedfont’s Clinical Research Partnerships Manager, Hannah Vince-Drew, to answer questions and discuss the application of FeNO testing in both clinical practice and clinical research.

To learn more, visit the website here.

NObreath® and Smokerlyzer® at ERS

Looking for the Gastrolyzer® Forum?

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The Gastrolyzer® forum has now been replaced by our Gastrolyzer® Educational Portal. The forum previously provided a space for healthcare professionals using the Gastrolyzer® devices to communicate and share knowledge.

The updated Gastrolyzer® Educational Portal has been designed to offer everything the forum did but also give quick and easy access to a wide range of resources, including:

  • How-to videos,
  • Webinars,
  • Case studies,
  • Clinical articles,
  • FAQs,
  • Practical guidance.

This valuable resource helps you get the most from our Gastrolyzer® hydrogen and methane breath testing (HMBT) devices.

If you’ve arrived here looking for the Gastrolyzer® Forum, simply visit the Educational Portal to access the latest educational resources and support materials.

If what you are looking for cannot be found in the Educational Portal, please get in touch with the Bedfont® team, who will be happy to help. You can find out more about Bedfont® here.

Gastrolyzer Forum

A fresh start: Why late summer is a good time to quit smoking

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Traditionally, people associate quitting smoking with national events like Stoptober and New Year’s resolutions, but quitting smoking doesn’t have to wait until then. As the summer holiday season draws to an end and people settle back into everyday routines, late summer can be the perfect time to make positive health changes, such as quitting smoking.

Summer habits are changing anyway

As people return from holidays, festivals, and social events, daily routines change and become more structured; it could be the perfect time to incorporate a quit-smoking attempt into a new routine.

Smoking is often linked to everyday routines, like having a cigarette with a morning coffee, during a work break, or after a meal. When these routines shift, it can be easier to break smoking triggers and habits whilst settling into the new normal and replace them with healthier alternatives.

Late summer offers a fresh opportunity to make a positive change when you’re already adjusting to a new routine, rather than waiting for New Year’s resolutions.

Better weather can support your quit journey

With milder weather and longer days during summer, people tend to be more motivated to stay active. When giving up smoking, cravings can take over, and things like walking, cycling or outdoor hobbies can distract from this.

We are aware that quitting smoking is notoriously difficult, and it can cause stress, but there are ways to manage stress levels. Exercise can improve mood and help manage stress levels during the quitting process, and spending more time outdoors can provide healthy alternatives to smoking breaks.

Feel the benefits before winter

Winter places extra strain on the lungs, with cold weather and seasonal viruses contributing to increased respiratory illnesses and hospital admissions. Smokers are particularly vulnerable, as smoking damages the lungs and is the leading cause of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)1, a condition that commonly worsens during the winter months. Quitting before colder weather arrives gives lungs time to begin recovering and reduces the risk of serious respiratory complications.

A fresh start: Why late summer is a good time to quit smoking

By quitting in late summer, you will have several months of smoke-free progress before winter arrives. Improved circulation and lung function can begin within weeks of quitting smoking2, with people also reporting improved breathing and energy levels, leading to increased overall well-being.

The average smoker in the UK now spends around £250 a month on cigarettes3; that figure could exceed £500 a month for those who smoke 20 cigarettes a day. Quitting in late summer can also boost finances, enabling people to put more money away for the festivities that winter brings.

A fresh start: Why late summer is a good time to quit smoking

Support is more accessible than ever

There are various tools and services available to support those who need them during a quit attempt, such as:

  • Smoking cessation services,
  • Nicotine replacement therapies,
  • Support groups,
  • Carbon monoxide (CO) monitoring.

People do not have to face a quit attempt alone, and reaching out for support could boost motivation. CO monitoring is a great motivational tool that provides instant feedback on a person’s smoking status.

Smokerlyzer® CO Monitoring range

CO monitoring with the Smokerlyzer® range of devices measures CO levels in exhaled breath. You can track your CO levels with the professional range in clinic or remotely in the comfort of your own home with the iCOquit® home device. CO is a gas inhaled when smoking, and the level of CO in exhaled breath can help distinguish a person’s smoking status. Used as a motivational aid, the Smokerlyzer® range provides instant feedback and helps to motivate a quit attempt. Seeing CO levels drop keeps users engaged and more determined to maintain their non-smoking status.

Start today, not January

Quitting smoking is not easy, and there is no perfect date to quit. However, using the seasonal shift as routines begin to change, could be the motivation needed to start a journey to quit smoking. Quitting smoking in late summer can lead to a healthier, fitter and smoke-free autumn and winter.

Smokerlyzer - A fresh start: Why late summer is a good time to quit smoking

To learn more about smoking cessation using CO monitoring tools like the Smokerlyzer®, visit the website here.

References

  1. World Health Organization. Smoking Is the Leading Cause of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease [Internet]. www.who.int. 2023 [cited 2026 July 9]. Available from: https://www.who.int/news/item/15-11-2023-smoking-is-the-leading-cause-of-chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease
  2. NHS. Quit smoking – better health [Internet]. NHS.UK. NHS; 2020 [cited 2026 July 9]. Available from: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/
  3. Family [Internet]. Smokefree Sheffield. [cited 2026 July 9]. Available from: https://smokefreesheffield.org/why-quit/family/

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