Often hidden from view for many, asthma is a set of chronic conditions that will, some believe, impact around 1bn of us by the end of the decade. It will see new diagnostics and new treatments as well as gaining new social and economic perspectives in many nations. As part of a global Open Foresight programme to bring together an informed outlook for all to use, this is a draft synthesis based on dialogue with 100 experts worldwide. At a time when lung health is front of mind for many, this is an important topic for our future health.

We are keen to understand your views on this. What do you agree with, what is missing and what may need an alternative perspective?

Please do share any comments and feedback to douglas.jones@futureagenda.org and we will include everything in the final report that will made available later this year.