Considering that it is a known fact that the incidents of asthma are increasing in the UK, the death of Sam Linton last week is a scary issue for those of us who have children who suffer from it. The fact that it wasdecided that it was due to neglect makes this such a sad incident.

Are schools and teachers in particular aware of the steps they need to take when a child has an asthma attack? I sure hope so and if not, let's not let this be a death in vain.

via BBC News - Five school staff suspended over Stockport asthma death.

[First published on my NotTheNews blog on specified date]