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BREATHE Newsletter | July 2021

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As we move through July and unprecedented heat, dry weather and wildfires, these extreme conditions can be a considerable challenge for those of you with lung conditions. We encourage you to stay safe by limiting your exposure and when possible, staying inside. For tips on staying safe during wildfire season, visit our website. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to our Helpline at 1-888-566 LUNG (5864).

We recently posted a news story about the Phillips Respironics positive airway pressure (PAP) devices and ventilator recalls. If you have a machine that is a part of the recall, be sure to talk to your doctor before taking action.

While provincial pandemic restrictions are now lifted, we encourage you to continue to follow protocols that make you feel safe and applaud the many businesses that continue to take precautions. If you haven’t had a chance to
get vaccinated, please do so as we continue to work towards ensuring all communities are safe from COVID-19.

Last but not least, it’s no surprise that wellness is important to The Lung Association, and that’s why our staff have joined the Olympics! We are excited to take part in the Lead Pilates Olympic challenge in support of the Lung Association of Saskatchewan. If you are interested in participating in this third party movement and wellness challenge, visit Lead’s website to sign up today.

Stay well and stay safe,

Erin Kuan – President & CEO

Product Recall - Philips Respironics

On June 23, 2021 Health Canada posted a medical device recall for many of the Philips Respironics positive airway pressure (PAP) devices and ventilators. If you have a impacted device, the Canadian Thoracic Society recommends "there should be shared decision-making between the patient, their family or other supports, and physicians to carefully balance risks of continuing versus interrupting the use of affected devices, and consideration of alternative treatments/devices available".

You can find more information about the recall, and what to do if you have an impacted device below.

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Improve Wellness & Support
Lung Health With Lead Pilates!

Are you ready to go for gold with the ultimate workplace wellness challenge?

Lead Pilates is partnering with The Lung Association of Saskatchewan for this year's Lead Olympics. With your $25 tax-deductible registration donation to the Lead Olympics, you are supporting our mission and learning new ways to improve your wellness. Click below to learn how to join the challenge!

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Wildfire Smoke &
Your Lung Health

Wildfires across western Canada have resulted in diminished air quality for many parts of the province. Children, older adults, and anyone with a heart or lung disease are more susceptible to smoke. Extra precautions should be taken during wildfire season.

Here are tips to protect your lung health when air quality is poor.

Inspired Breathing Conference

Thank you to the generous sponsors of of our 2021 Virtual Inspired Breathing Conference! This successful professional education event would not have been possible without their support.

Inspired Breathe Sponsors: Boehringer Ingelheim, GlaxoSmithKline

Breathe Sponsors: AstraZeneca, Grifols, Pfizer, Roche, Teva

A special thank you for the contributions of our Inspired Breathing Conference Planning Committee.

Fall Events

Asthma Medications 101

Thurs., Sept. 16th at
7 PM (CST)

Did you know that the guidelines for mild asthma have changed this past year? Is your asthma controlled? Do you have questions about your asthma medications? We want you to live your best life with asthma. Knowledge is power to breathing easier. 

Join Dr. Holly Mansell for a free webinar on asthma medications and ways to gain control over your asthma. 

Exercise after a COVID-19 Diagnosis

Wed., Sept. 29th at
7 PM (CST)

Many people after being diagnosed with COVID-19 have difficulty exercising. If you or a loved one had COVID-19, and want to learn more about safely exercising, register for a free webinar with Dr. Scotty Butcher.

Dr. Butcher is an Associate Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Science at the University of Saskatchewan and founder of The Strength Jedi.

The Power of Breathing

Thurs., Oct. 28th at
7 PM (CST)

Breathing is, without a doubt, among the most effective antidotes to stress and a key component to wellbeing that we humans possess. By learning how to breathe properly, we can lead a better life and boost our health by learning simple breathing techniques.

Through this webinar, we will explore how we can become more efficient breathers and maybe improve our lives along the way. When in doubt, breathe out!