Lung Life Webinar Series| Long COVID Study

The Pulmonary Post - March 2022

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It’s hard to believe that spring is less than two weeks away. Longer days of sunshine and more opportunities to open the windows and get outside are just around the corner!

We are pleased to announce that the Lung Life Webinar Series will begin this month. These webinars are designed to empower patients living with lung diseases and their caregivers to live healthier lives. The series will kick off with a COVID-19 Treatments Webinar on March 29 with Dr. Takaya, Saskatoon’s Pandemic Chief of Staff. You can learn more about all webinars in this series by visiting the section below or LungSask.ca.

Researchers with the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) in collaboration with the University of Saskatchewan and Lung Sask have launched the Sask Long Covid App. The research project aims to improve the lives of people suffering from Long COVID in Saskatchewan and is open to anyone 18 and over, whether you have had COVID-19 or not. Your contribution is important to help provide data needed to develop the required support systems and resources for those who are experiencing Long COVID.

We have experienced much turmoil in the country and around the globe in the last few weeks and we encourage everyone to practice patience and kindness. Also, as provincial guidelines on COVID-19 measures continue to evolve, we ask you to keep in mind that a mandate is not required to wear a mask. Please take the time to make informed choices that are best for you, your loved ones and others around you – particularly those that are most vulnerable.

Sincerely,

Erin Kuan
President & CEO

Thank You Children’s Access Fund!

Youth4Change and partners would like to thank the Children’s Access Fund for their $10,000 contribution towards work with children and youth in 2022! This funding will support work to decrease harms caused by commercial tobacco and vaping.

Lung Life Webinar Series

COVID-19 Treatments

Tues., March 29 @ 7 PM (CST)

Do you know that COVID-19 treatments are now available not just in hospitals but also in the community? At this webinar, Dr. Takaya, Saskatoon’s Pandemic Chief of Staff will share how these treatments work and when they are used. She will also share the latest research on potential upcoming treatments and vaccines.

Asthma and Exercise

Wed., April 27th @ 7 PM (CST)

Do you or a loved one have asthma and have questions about exercise? There is a misconception that people with asthma are unable to lead active lives.

Sask Long COVID App

Do you know that you can still participate in the Sask Long COVID Study, even if you have not been diagnosed with COVID-19?

We are looking for volunteers with various experiences with COVID-19. ALL adults 18 and over are invited to participate. We are in search of volunteers who are experiencing symptoms of Long COVID; had COVID-19 but are NOT experiencing Long COVID symptoms; and those who have NOT had COVID-19 to take part in this study.

Support

Caring Breaths Financial Assistance Program

Breathing is what unites and inspires us to fund essential support programs, services and medical equipment to improve lung health for patients, caregivers; and residents who have mitigated due to radon.

Visit our website to learn more about our Caring Breaths Financial Assistance Program. Thank you Conexus Credit Union for your sponsorship! Your support has allowed so many in Saskatchewan breathe easier.

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