Bedfont® Scientific Limited iCOquit® Smokerlyzer® features in award winning app to aid in smoking cessation.

Erika Bloom, Ph.D., Director of Product and Research at WayBetter, won the Digital Health Tech Madness Champion Award at the Society of Behavioral Medicine’s (SBM) 46th Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions in San Francisco, CA, USA, for her work on QuitBet, a groundbreaking app designed to support cigarette smoking cessation. SBM is a multidisciplinary organisation of researchers and clinicians dedicated to promoting health and well-being through evidence-based behavioural interventions.

WayBetter is a U.S.-based digital health company dedicated to helping people make sustainable changes in their health behaviours through gamification, social support, and financial incentives. With the previous success of the DietBet and StepBet apps, QuitBet was developed to encourage smoking cessation efforts. The trial, which had 245 participants, saw people who smoke pay $30 to participate in a 4-week game designed to promote and educate players on the benefits of quitting smoking. Participants tracked their breath carbon monoxide (CO) levels daily using Bedfont’s iCOquit® CO device.

Bedfont®, who are world leaders in breath analysis, manufactures the iCOquit® Smokerlyzer® device. This personal CO device aids in smoking cessation by allowing users to monitor their CO levels as often as needed during their quit attempt. By tracking CO levels, the iCOquit® is a visual motivational aid for people quitting smoking.

“We are incredibly proud that our iCOquit® Smokerlyzer® CO monitoring device played a role in supporting users on their quit journey,” said Jason Smith, CEO of Bedfont® Scientific Limited. “This recognition highlights the power of combining behavioural science with real-time biometric feedback to create meaningful, lasting change in people’s lives.”

Dr. Erika Bloom personally presented the results from WayBetter’s clinical trial of QuitBet, which saw 40% of the 245 participants (98 participants) quit smoking for 4 weeks and be declared winners. Winners split the total pot, so they received a refund of their $30 plus an additional $50 on average.

The research also demonstrated that over a six-month follow-up period, participants who engaged in social games, with peer interaction and a host delivering educational content, achieved higher quit rates than those who played in non-social games without these features.

“Completing this trial and sharing the results is a pivotal step towards our goal of making this app available to anyone who wants to quit smoking and, ultimately, saving lives.” Said Dr. Bloom. “We are extremely pleased with the quit rate of 40% in the games, which was documented by daily breath CO testing with the iCOquit®. Our mission is to make quitting smoking, which is notoriously difficult, not just easier, but even fun.”

WayBetter has seen significant success with previous apps designed to improve people’s health and well-being, with over 1.5 million total registered paying customers in its history. WayBetter is now working toward launching QuitBet as a commercial product, fuelling the company’s mission to use technology to make health behaviour change easier, social, and more fun.

The inclusion of the iCOquit® device demonstrates how powerful CO monitoring can be, not just as a tool for behavioral change, but as a key player in shaping the future of personal health. Bedfont® intends to continue innovating and expanding the reach of its technology to help even more people make lasting, life-changing decisions.

Visit the website here for more information on the iCOquit® Smokerlyzer® device and how it is helping people worldwide give up smoking.

Families and four-legged friends walked among the bluebells to make a difference for Heart of Kent Hospice.

On Sunday, May 4th, Bedfont® teamed up with joint headline sponsors NewMed Limited and participated in this year’s Bluebell Walk, hosted by Heart of Kent Hospice. The Bluebell Walk is an annual event that brings the local community together and raises vital funds for Heart of Kent Hospice to ensure their crucial care for adults with terminal illnesses, their families, friends, and carers can continue.

Bedfont®, a local med-tech company based in Harrietsham with over 48 years of experience designing and manufacturing medical breath analysis devices, was thrilled to support the hospice for a second year at the Bluebell Walk. Bedfont® and NewMed participated in the walk and hosted an engaging competition where entrants could win an exclusive session with Dog Behavior Specialist, Justin Gilmore of Dog Training in Kent.

David Dadswell, Heart of Kent Hospice Corporate Partnerships Manager, said, “We were thrilled to have the support of Bedfont® and NewMed for the second year running, sponsoring one of our flagship events. Knowing that our values align and our visions of compassion and community are mirrored enables events like these to have a greater impact”.

The walk, which took participants through the beautiful bluebells and woodland of the Kent Downs, was a huge success. The sun shone bright and added to the day’s atmosphere, with hundreds of people participating. It is estimated that the event raised approximately £40,000, eclipsing last year’s total of £28,000.

“We’re incredibly proud to continue our support of Heart of Kent Hospice and to be part of such a meaningful community event.” Said Jason Smith, CEO at Bedfont®. “The Bluebell Walk reflects our values as a company: connection, compassion, and making a positive impact where it matters most. It’s inspiring to see so many people come together to support a cause that truly changes lives.”

Bedfont® will continue supporting Heart of Kent Hospice throughout 2025. Follow the journey on social media and learn more about Bedfont® by visiting https://www.bedfont.com/.

The latest UK asthma guidelines1 have identified how Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) testing fits into the diagnosis and ongoing management of asthma. The guidelines are based on the latest clinical evidence, cost-effectiveness, and cost-effective modelling, so they are strongly recommended for use. But what does that mean for the individual patient as they travel along their asthma journey? Let’s consider a patient.

Meet Ramila. She is 19 and presents to her GP with symptoms of chest tightness, wheeze, and shortness of breath. Initially, it was only related to exercise, but now it happens more often, and Ramila notices it, especially when she wakes in the morning. It is not constant, so Ramila has been putting off seeing her GP.

Ramila remembers having an inhaler, a blue one, she thinks when she was younger, but has never had a formal diagnosis of asthma. Her older brother has asthma, as does her aunt. Ramila has never had hay fever or eczema symptoms, has no allergies, and is otherwise well.

The GP listens to Ramila’s chest, which is normal. This does not rule out asthma when she is asymptomatic. As Ramila’s GP has access to FeNO within the practice, they can perform a FeNO test at this appointment. The result is 61 parts per billion (ppb), which, given the history and symptoms Ramila describes, supports a diagnosis of asthma. The latest guideline recommendation is that this single test is enough to confirm a diagnosis of asthma, and Ramila can begin treatment without delay.

Had the GP not had access to FeNO or had there been a delay in accessing the test, they could have ordered a blood test to look at Ramila’s level of eosinophils. This would mean there would be a delay in diagnosis, and potentially in treatment, whilst the test was processed, as this is not a near-patient test. It would likely have also resulted in Ramila having to make another appointment, putting extra pressure on primary care services and her busy schedule.

Once asthma is diagnosed, Ramila can start on a treatment regimen. If she is having occasional symptoms, then treatment with a Formoterol-containing inhaled steroid combination inhaler used on an as-needed basis is recommended. This is an Anti-Inflammatory Reliever (AIR) regimen. As Ramila is having daily symptoms, it would be appropriate to move to a Maintenance And Reliever Therapy (MART) regimen. This would still involve the initiation of a Formoterol-containing inhaled steroid combination inhaler, but used regularly each morning and evening, and on an as-needed basis for symptom control. A short-acting bronchodilator is not indicated in the AIR or MART regimen. The first line choice of device type should be a dry powder if Ramila can use it. This has a much lower carbon footprint.

Ramila would need to be shown how to use the inhaler device correctly, have some education regarding what asthma is and how the medication works, and start to produce a personalised asthma action plan with the clinician. This will help Ramila to know what good asthma control looks like and what medication she should take to achieve this. It will also help her recognise any deterioration in her symptom control and when things need urgent advice. The plan should tell Ramila whom to contact, when her symptoms should be less well controlled, and what to do in the more urgent situation.

This is also a good opportunity for more general health advice around smoking, alcohol, weight management and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Ramila will be invited to attend regular reviews. The guidelines suggest this as a good time to check a FeNO level. It is an opportunity to reinforce patient education, and FeNO is a good tool to demonstrate whether the current medication regimen controls airway inflammation or not. If the FeNO result is raised, it opens a dialogue around how well Ramila understands the diagnosis of asthma and how her prescribed inhalers work. Ramila has her FeNO checked, and it has crept up to 52 ppb, having previously been settled around 18 ppb. After discussion, it became clear Ramila has become more complacent about her asthma and is using her inhaler less regularly and had been using it just as she needed it, but on reflection, she could see that her symptoms were not as well controlled as they had been. FeNO is a good tool to uncover nonadherence with medication and open the conversation in a non-judgmental way.

The guidelines also suggest checking FeNO before and after changing medication. It can help decide what treatment might be appropriate and help assess the response to treatment. This is particularly pertinent when Ramila attends with poor asthma control a few years later. She has good inhaler technique and has been using her inhaler with a MART regimen with good adherence. Despite this, her symptoms are increasing. She had been increased from a low-dose MART regimen to a moderate-dose MART regimen at a previous review (increasing the steroid dose of the combination inhaler), which had been controlling her symptoms for some time until recently. In this instance, the guidelines suggest checking FeNO to guide the next treatment decision. Ramila was found to have a normal FeNO (21 ppb), but with increasing symptoms, will need an increase in treatment. With a normal FeNO (indicating that eosinophilic airway inflammation is well controlled), the clinician is guided to add additional treatment. This could be Montelukast, taken orally once a day, in addition to the MART regimen, or the addition of a Long-Acting Muscarinic Antagonist (LAMA) as inhaled therapy. The options, advantages and potential side effects were discussed with Ramila, who opted to try Montelukast.

Had Ramila demonstrated a raised FeNO, the treatment recommendation would have been directed towards further anti-inflammatory therapy. The options here are to prescribe high-dose inhaled steroids or initiate biologic therapy. Both options would be considered, and decisions would be made with Ramila and a respiratory physician, so Ramila would need a referral for this. Without FeNO to guide decisions, a referral could be unnecessarily delayed.

It is also worth considering how we reduce asthma therapy, asthma is a variable condition, so treatment needs to be titrated up and down at times of variation. Had Ramila been on a moderate dose MART regime and been asymptomatic for at least 3 months, not experienced an exacerbation and not needing to use additional rescue doses of medication, all indicating good symptom control, it would be worth discussing stepping back to a low dose MART regime, reducing the steroid component on the combination inhaler. FeNO is a useful tool to guide this process if the person fits the criteria for good control. If Ramila’s FeNO test result was also low, indicating that eosinophilic airway inflammation was well controlled, it would be a good time to discuss reducing the steroid dose, provided she was not approaching a known trigger time of year. However, stepping the inhaled steroid dose would not be wise if it did not indicate good inflammation control in that it was even moderately raised.

Although the associations seem to sit around using FeNO in diagnosing asthma, the latest iteration of the UK guidelines demonstrates the importance of FeNO testing as part of the whole asthma patient pathway. Easy access without delay will enhance the accuracy of care delivered to people presenting with asthma in primary care.

FeNO testing with the NObreath®:

Bedfont® Scientific Limited, are world leaders in breath analysis, with over 48 years of expertise and knowledge in designing and manufacturing breath analysis devices. Bedfont® are committed to improving patient safety through innovating breath analysis devices, such as the NObreath®. The device is a portable handheld FeNO device, used by healthcare professionals to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma.

For more information on the NObreath® and FeNO testing, visit the NObreath® website.

References:

  1. National Institute for Health ad Care Excellence (2024) Asthma: diagnosis monitoring and chronic asthma management (BTS, NICE, SIGN). Available from https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng245 [Last accessed 11.4.2025]

Asthma  is one of the most common long-term health conditions, so why does access to diagnosis and treatment still depend on where you live, who you see, or even your ethnicity?

To mark World Asthma Day, we spoke with Carol Stonham MBE, a leading respiratory nurse, about what true accessibility in asthma care looks like and why we are not there yet.

The postcode lottery of asthma care

Asthma is a condition where we see a variation of care for many reasons; it’s vital that people with asthma symptoms have access to a quick and timely diagnosis, and those with an existing asthma diagnosis should have equal care, regardless of where they live and who their healthcare provider is. Access to a simple Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) test is limited in some areas, meaning patients must travel out of their way to take this quick and easy test.

When it comes to care, one size doesn’t fit all, so it is important that care is adjusted to people within the local area. We are working towards a neighbourhood delivery of healthcare and planning services on a neighborhood basis to ensure that care is tailored to the local population.

Why FeNO testing is a game-changer

Asthma causes airway inflammation; more nitric oxide (NO) is produced when airways are inflamed. A FeNO test measures NO levels; a high FeNO level suggests airway inflammation and aids an asthma diagnosis but also guides healthcare professionals on their next steps in treatment.

The most recent guidelines for asthma care and management from the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE), the British Thoracic Society (BTS), and the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) now recommend a FeNO test as an initial test for diagnosis and asthma management. A FeNO test is quick, easy to use, and fits within a typical 10-15-minute consultation.

Barriers beyond geography

Healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients must have the correct education. Unfortunately, there is no baseline level of asthma training for HCPs. Without training, it may be challenging to recognise worsening asthma control or inappropriate treatment. If the HCPs have the correct education, patient education will follow nicely; once patients understand their asthma, the treatment and how it works, they will be empowered to manage their condition better and, more importantly, understand when they need to seek help if things are not going well.

In the UK, patients in the lower social economic groups do not access healthcare, so it is more difficult for them to get information and testing. Some may be on the cusp of receiving free prescriptions, but then comes the issue of affording the medication. Some ethnic groups see long-term health conditions as a weakness, so it is vital to get messaging and education out to these communities.

The future vision

The biggest challenge in accessibility to FeNO testing for asthma care is funding; who pays for it? The Integrated Care Board (ICB) will pay for it in some areas, but this isn’t the case everywhere. In some places, it is down to the Primary Care Network (PCN); however, if they do not deem it a priority, it comes down to the individual General Practice (GP) surgeries. We need a strategy across the board where the ICBs take responsibility and ensure the funding is available for their area.

We cannot implement what the new NICE/BTS/SIGN guidelines are telling us to do without access to FeNO testing. Hence, we need to work with the campaigning organisations to demonstrate the full cost-effectiveness of FeNO testing. It would be great to get a system like the one they have in Gloucestershire, where a local enhanced fee is paid for each diagnostic test, meaning the payment received for every diagnostic test goes back into paying for FeNO testing consumables.

Asthma care should not be a guessing game, but without access to the right tools, that is exactly what it becomes.

Want to know how Gloucestershire is a model of accessible care? Or Carol’s expert insights? Watch the full interview here.

Bedfont® Scientific Limited promotes FeNO testing for asthma management.

Research from Asthma + Lung UK has found a significant rise in Accident and Emergency (A&E) visits from people experiencing breathing issues such as asthma. Asthma + Lung UK is a British charity formed in January 2020, with a dedication to improving respiratory health by focusing on asthma and lung diseases. The latest research shows over 42,000 patients ended up in emergency care in 2023/24 after visiting five or more times within the last 12 months, a 22.9% rise compared to the previous year1. Bedfont® Scientific Limited, a world leader in breath analysis, is calling for a wider adoption of Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) testing to improve asthma management and reduce unnecessary hospitalisations.

The latest joint guidelines from the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE), the British Thoracic Society (BTS), and the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) recommend FeNO testing for asthma management in adults2. FeNO testing with the NObreath® is a non-invasive way for healthcare professionals to monitor airway inflammation, which is commonly found in asthma.

By including FeNO testing in regular asthma reviews, healthcare professionals can check a patient’s adherence to medication and adjust treatment plans. This allows better asthma control, which, in turn, reduces the need for emergency care.

An Asthma + Lung UK poll of 3,428 patients found that 49% said follow-up appointments were not offered for their condition1. The latest guidelines state that follow-up appointments and annual treatment reviews should be conducted for anyone who has ended up in emergency care2.

“Current NHS data shows a worrying pattern, asthma patients are repeatedly visiting hospitals without receiving the follow-up care they need,” said Jason Smith, CEO at Bedfont®. “FeNO testing can bridge this gap by providing early, precise insight into airway inflammation, ensuring patients receive the right treatment at the right time.”

With asthma-related hospital visits on the rise, Bedfont® joins Asthma + Lung UK in calling for the government to prioritise lung health in the upcoming 10-year health plan to prevent lung health from “falling to the bottom of the pile.” Greater investment in FeNO testing in primary care could reduce asthma hospital admissions.

Bedfont® is dedicated to improving respiratory health through innovative technology. The NObreath® FeNO device helps healthcare professionals diagnose and manage asthma accurately, reducing exacerbations and unnecessary hospital visits. Click here to discover how the NObreath® revolutionises asthma care.

References

  1. Surge in repeat hospital visits for lung conditions [Internet]. Asthma + Lung UK. 2025 [cited 2025 Mar 18]. Available from: https://www.asthmaandlung.org.uk/media/press-releases/surge-repeat-hospital-visits-lung-conditions
  2. ‌NICE. Overview | Asthma: diagnosis, monitoring and chronic asthma management (BTS, NICE, SIGN) | Guidance | NICE [Internet]. Nice.org.uk. NICE; 2024. Available from: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/NG245

How FeNO testing with the NObreath® can aid an early asthma diagnosis in children.

As the world prepares to observe World Health Day on April 7th, 2025, Bedfont® Scientific Limited highlights the importance of early and accurate asthma diagnosis with its innovative NObreath® Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) device. Whilst this year’s theme, Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures, focuses on pregnancy and early life, Bedfont® is highlighting how FeNO testing revolutionises asthma care, ensuring children grow up with better respiratory health.

Over 262 million people worldwide have asthma, with 9.1% of them being children (aged 6-7)1. Undiagnosed or poorly managed asthma can lead to severe breathing difficulties, missed school days, and emergency hospital visits. Traditional tests like spirometry and peak flow meters do not always detect underlying airway inflammation, a common asthma symptom.

The NObreath® FeNO device provides a quick, non-invasive way to detect airway inflammation by measuring exhaled nitric oxide levels. Only one successful test is required for an accurate and reliable FeNO result with the NObreath®, helping healthcare professionals to diagnose asthma earlier and more accurately in children.

“For children, early intervention is vital,” says Jason Smith, CEO at Bedfont®. “The NObreath® is transforming how we detect and manage childhood asthma, giving young patients the best possible start in life. This World Health Day, we want to raise awareness of the importance of proactive asthma management and how FeNO testing can support a healthier future for millions of children worldwide.”

In November 2024, the National Institute of Care Excellence (NICE), the British Thoracic Society (BTS), and the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) published joint guidelines on asthma diagnosis, monitoring, and chronic asthma management. The guidelines recommend FeNO testing as a first-line test for asthma diagnosis in children with symptoms suggestive of asthma.

Carol Stonham MBE, NHS Gloucestershire ICB SW Respiratory network co-clinical lead, comments, “Asthma is the commonest long-term condition we see in children. If we can work with them to establish an early and accurate diagnosis and help them understand what asthma is and how their inhalers work, they will be able to manage their asthma more effectively and grow into young adults who are confident in getting asthma management right. FeNO is vital for the initial diagnosis but is also a great tool for fostering understanding of the inflammation we know is there but can’t see. With this understanding, children and their parents or carers can recognise when symptoms increase and know when to adjust inhalers or seek help.”

For more information on FeNO testing with the NObreath® visit the website by clicking here.

As World Health Day 2025 approaches, Bedfont® is committed to advancing respiratory health and ensuring that FeNO testing is available worldwide. This will allow healthcare professionals to help children breathe easier, stay active, and live healthier lives.

To read more about World Health Day 2025 and how FeNO testing is helping children with asthma, read our blog ‘World Health Day 2025: How FeNO Testing is Helping Children with Asthma’ [insert link to blog]

Read more: https://www.bedfont.com/world-health-day-2025-how-feno-testing-is-helping-children-with-asthma/

References

  1. The Global Asthma Report 2022 [cited 26/2/25] Available from https://globalasthmareport.org/burden/burden.php

World Health Day is celebrated annually on April 7th to recognise the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) founding in 1948. The day aims to raise awareness about global health issues and efforts to address them. In 2019, 262 million people worldwide had asthma, with 9.1% of those being children (aged 6-7)1, experiencing this chronic condition early in life.

What is World Health Day?

World Health Day educates people worldwide about critical health issues and promotes policies and initiatives that improve health access and quality. This is a global collaboration between governments, healthcare organisations and communities to work toward better health for all.

Each year, WHO selects a theme that reflects current and global health concerns. The theme for 2025 is “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures.” This year, the theme focuses on pregnancy and early-life health interventions, highlighting the importance of providing healthcare, education, and resources from infancy to ensure healthier futures.


World Health Day 2025 Theme: «Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures»

Whilst the theme focuses on pregnancy and early life, this blog will look at the importance of an early asthma diagnosis in children, ensuring they grow up with fewer health complications.


What is asthma?2

Asthma is a chronic lung disease that causes inflammation in the airways, making breathing difficult. It can affect people of all ages and often begins in childhood. There is no cure, but simple treatments are available that can help keep the symptoms under control. Asthma does not have to impact a person’s life significantly.

Asthma is a combination of variable symptoms that may differ over weeks and months. The common
symptoms are:

  • Wheezing
  • Breathlessness
  • Chest Tightness
  • Coughing

Impact of asthma on children3

Asthma can significantly impact a child’s life. Symptoms can affect various aspects of life, including reduced physical activity, missed school days, anxiety, and stress.

There are triggers which can cause asthma symptoms in children. The most common are:

  • Cigarette smoke
  • Cold or flu
  • Indoor and outdoor air pollution
  • Allergies
  • Cold, dry air
  • Exercise

Every child is different, and triggers vary. Symptoms can sometimes happen hours after coming into contact with an asthma trigger, making it difficult to work out what has caused the symptoms. Once a trigger has been identified, it’s best to avoid them if possible.

The importance of an early diagnosis and monitoring

Diagnosing asthma early is essential; many children remain undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, which leads to uncontrolled asthma and worsening symptoms over time. In the UK, asthma is one of the top three causes of emergency admissions to hospitals, with 75% of these admissions being avoidable through the implementation of simple interventions such as regular asthma reviews, correct inhaler technique and having a written asthma action plan4.

Asthma diagnosis in children

Traditional asthma tests such as spirometry may not always be practical in young children because they often lack the cognitive ability to understand and perform the breathing manoeuvres needed for an accurate test. Due to its non-invasive nature, fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing is a great option for children to assist in an asthma diagnosis.

What is FeNO testing?

A FeNO test is a non-invasive way to detect airway inflammation, which is commonly found in allergic asthma. As standard, a small amount of nitric oxide is found in exhaled breath; when airways become inflamed, higher levels of nitric oxide are produced. Testing with a FeNO device like the NObreath® is quick and easy. Simply inhale following an on-screen countdown, then exhale into the device and receive an instant FeNO result. A FeNO test can provide a direct insight into airway inflammation, aiding in accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans.

FeNO testing in children

The British Thoracic Society (BTS), the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), and the Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network (SIGN) released a joint asthma guideline in November 2024, recommending FeNO testing as the first-line test for asthma diagnosis in children. The new NICE/BTS/SIGN guidelines state that children and young people (aged 5-16) with symptoms suggestive of asthma can have a positive asthma diagnosis if FeNO levels are 35 ppb or higher5. Catching inflammation early can prevent severe asthma attacks, leading to better long-term health. For more information on the updated asthma guidelines, read our article here.

The NObreath® FeNO device

The NObreath® is non-invasive, quick, and easy to use. Its bright, colourful case stands out, and the 10-second child patient mode makes it the perfect tool for FeNO testing in children. Following on-screen instructions, the child-friendly incentive screens ensure the test is performed correctly. Conforming fully to the joint BTS/NICE/SIGN, American Thoracic Society (ATS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS) guidelines, the NObreath® helps to identify airway inflammation, helping healthcare professionals determine the right treatment plan.

Conclusion

Asthma can affect a child’s physical health, education, and emotional well-being, but with an early diagnosis and correct management, children can lead healthy, active lives. On World Health Day 2025, let’s prioritise early asthma diagnosis and support children in having Healthy beginnings for hopeful futures.

For more information on the NObreath® and FeNO testing, visit the NObreath® website.

References

  1. The Global Asthma Report 2022 [cited 26/2/25] Available from https://globalasthmareport.org/burden/burden.php
  2. World Health Organization. Asthma [Internet]. World Health Organization. 2024. [cited 26/2/25] Available from: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/asthma
  3. Mayo Clinic Staff. Childhood asthma – Symptoms and causes [Internet]. Mayo Clinic. 2023. Available from: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/childhood-asthma/symptoms-causes/syc-20351507
  4. Children and young people’s asthma fact sheet [cited 26/2/25] Available from https://www.transformationpartners.nhs.uk/children-and-young-peoples-asthma-fact-sheet/#:~:text=1%20in%2011%20children%20and,symptoms%20in%20the%20previous%20week.
  5. Asthma: diagnosis, monitoring and chronic asthma management (BTS, NICE, SIGN) [cited 26/2/25] Available from https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng245/chapter/Recommendations

Local med-tech company Bedfont® Scientific is proud to announce its ranking in the prestigious MegaGrowth 50 awards.

Celebrated annually, the MegaGrowth 50 awards recognise the 50 fastest-growing privately owned businesses in Kent and Medway. Bedfont® Scientific, world leaders in breath analysis with over 48 years of experience designing and manufacturing medical breath analysis devices, was thrilled to feature in the top 50 for 2025.

The awards, organised by Kreston Reeves, Brachers, and the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce are based on the average turnover growth of companies with a minimum turnover of £1 million, as reported in full accounts registered at Companies House over the past four years. Bedfont® has shown steady growth, with high expectations for the current financial year.

The rankings were unveiled during an awards breakfast at the Tudor Park Marriott Hotel, Maidstone, where local businesses celebrated companies making a significant impact on the local and national economies. The rankings were announced in reverse order, and Bedfont® proudly placed 28 in the list.

Jason Smith, CEO at Bedfont® Scientific, said, “Being named among Kent’s fastest-growing businesses is an incredible honour and a testament to the hard work, passion, and dedication of our entire team. Ranking 28 in the MegaGrowth 50 awards is a huge achievement that reflects our commitment to excellence and innovation. I’m immensely proud of what we’ve accomplished and excited about the opportunities ahead. I’d also like to extend my congratulations to all the other businesses who made the list, your success stories inspire us all and highlight the strength and resilience of Kent’s business community.”

Following this recognition, Bedfont® plans to grow and continue its global impact by providing cutting-edge breath analysis medical products to the highest standards through technical innovation and professional business practice.

For more information on Bedfont® visit www.bedfont.com or follow @BedfontLtd on social media.

World leaders in breath analysis are named finalists for the SEHTA innovation
category.

Bedfont® Scientific Limited are thrilled to have been selected as a finalist in the Innovation category
at the South East Health Technologies Alliance (SEHTA) Awards 2025. The SEHTA Awards celebrate
excellence in health technology innovation and acknowledge the outstanding collaborations among
industry, academia, and the NHS across the South East of England.

This recognition highlights Bedfont’s commitment to advancing innovation in breath analysis. With
over 48 years of knowledge and expertise in designing and manufacturing breath analysis devices,
Bedfont® has continued to improve its devices to keep up with technology and market trends, and
evolve and improve its internal company processes.

“We are incredibly honoured to be recognised as finalists in the SEHTA Awards 2025. This acknowledgement reinforces our dedication to pushing the boundaries of innovation and delivering transformative solutions in breath analysis,” said Jason Smith, CEO at Bedfont®. “We look forward to the awards ceremony and celebrating innovation alongside other industry leaders.”

The winners will be announced at the SEHTA Awards Ceremony, which will be held on Thursday, April
10th, at the London Institute for Healthcare Engineering. The evening will unite businesses to
showcase healthcare innovation and collaboration excellence contributions.


For more information on Bedfont® and how it revolutionises healthcare through breath analysis, visit
www.bedfont.com or follow @BedfontLtd on social media.

Bedfont® promotes movement in the workplace as part of a commitment to employee wellbeing.

Bedfont® Scientific Limited, an award-winning med-tech company in Harrietsham, Kent, was excited
to participate in the Joe Wicks Movement Hour on Wednesday 5th March. The Joe Wicks Movement
Hour aimed to promote physical activity and wellbeing within the workplace. The event encouraged
employers across the UK to allocate an hour during the working day for employees to engage in
physical activities.

Bedfont® is passionate about employee wellbeing and focuses heavily on a healthy work/life balance.
The Joe Wicks Movement Hour provided an extra opportunity to get staff moving and away from
their desks for a break.

Whether working remotely or in the office, staff were encouraged to use the hour to do a physical
activity of their choice. The suggested activities were taking a walk, going on a bike ride, taking the
children to the park, or joining the garden committee in the Bedfont® Wellbeing Garden to help tidy
up and prepare the space for Spring.


“We believe that a healthy workforce is a happy and productive workforce,” said Jason Smith, CEO at
Bedfont®. “Taking part in Joe Wicks’ Movement Hour is a fantastic way to reinforce our commitment
to employee wellbeing and encourage staff to be more active throughout the day.”


Last week, Jemma Carter, Communications and Content Coordinator at Bedfont® was invited to
speak on BBC Radio Kent to share insights on how Bedfont® is embracing the movement and the
positive impact it is expected to have on employees. The conversation highlighted the importance of
movement in the workplace and how small changes can improve overall health and morale.


With the success of the Joe Wicks Movement Hour, Bedfont® continues to prioritise health and
wellbeing in the workplace and plans to encourage staff to incorporate more movement into their
daily routine.


For more information on Bedfont® and its wellbeing initiatives, follow @BedfontLtd on social media
or visit www.bedfont.com.

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