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The Pulmonary Post - January 2023

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January has been filled with winter's beautiful scenery and the much-needed mild temperatures. It has also been a busy start of the year for us at Lung Saskatchewan with plans and preparations for 2023. We're excited to have you journey with us as we continue to improve lung health in Saskatchewan.

We are kicking off the year with a special webinar on January 31 where key experts will present on 'Shortness of Breath as a Post-COVID Symptom: What Have We Learned?' More information on this free webinar and how to join can be found below.

We are honoured to have Chief Cadmus Delorme join us on March 24 for this year's first webinar in the Indigenous Care in Health Webinar Series as he helps us understand our role in Truth and Reconciliation. Kindly read on for more information about this webinar.

Lung Saskatchewan is thrilled to share that we are celebrating our 20th year hosting the RESPTREC Webinar Series supported by AstraZeneca. Our opportunities to shape the future of lung health are strengthened by collaboration, innovation, and trusted partnerships. Join us as the first of the series is to begin on March 28, learning How Triple Therapy May Improve Key Clinical Outcomes in COPD.

Save the new date! You may have noticed that our Cabaret event was postponed to March 31, this was done to ensure you can attend the event and have the best experience! Join us at Prairieland Park, Saskatoon for an event unlike any other you don't want to miss! Tickets for the Cabaret can be purchased below!

Registration is now open for the virtual edition of the Inspired Breathing Conference happening in June! Please mark it in your calendars and plan to attend this conference that offers content that is diverse, current, evidence-based, and of value to all delegates.

Please remember to take the time to breathe and enjoy nature's scenery.

Sincerely,

Erin Kuan
President & CEO

New Year Resolutions

If quitting or cutting back on smoking is one of your resolutions, consider joining our Saskatchewan Quits online support group.

The Saskatchewan Quits Facebook group is a year-round support for people on their journey to quit or cut back on smoking.

Wherever you may be on your quit journey, Saskatchewan Quits is here to help everyone navigate their journey in a supported way knowing they are not alone.

JOIN GROUP

EVENTS

Shortness of Breath as a Post-COVID Symptom: What Have We Learned?

Did you know dyspnea (shortness of breath) is one of the most common and distressing symptoms that can be experienced following a COVID-19 infection?

Join our special online session on January 31st at 7 pm (CST) as key experts share the latest scientific evidence about this important breathing symptom. You will learn about lung function and exercise capacity in people who experience shortness of breath as a post-COVID symptom. There will also be a question and answer session after the presentations.

We hope you will join us!

What We Inherited and the Role of the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action

We are pleased to invite you to the first webinar in our 2023 Indigenous Care in Health webinar series.

Join us on Friday, March 24th at 11 am (CST) as Chief Cadmus Delorme, Chief of Cowessess First Nation presents on 'What We Inherited and the Role of the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action'.

Chief Delorme will bring stories, truth, and understandings to the role each person plays in assuring the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action are implemented.

Learn more about Chief Cadmus Delorme and how to register for this event!

How Triple Therapy May Improve Key Clinical Outcomes in COPD

We are excited to announce the 20th year of the RESPTREC Webinar Series with the support of AstraZeneca.

Please join us on Tuesday, March 28th at 6:30 pm (CST) as Dr. J Alberto Neder presents emerging data on How Triple Therapy May Improve Key Clinical Outcomes in COPD.

We hope to see you there in commemoration of our 20th year!

Cabaret!

Save the date for Friday, March 31th! Come enjoy an event like no other -- Lung Saskatchewan's CABARET!!

Don't miss out on an evening of SPECTACULAR ENTERTAINMENT! Food stations!! Cocktails!! Silent and Live Auction!! A feast for the senses surround!

Check out our line-up of amazing entertainers!

Vocalist, Lisa Moen
Comedian, Jody Peters
Dancers, Flamenco Borealis
Magician, Magic Ben
Aerial Silk Artists, Fly Studios
Drag Entertainer, Chelazon Leroux
Emcee of the evening, Gregger

Curious? Then come along! Join us on Friday, March 31th for a night you won't forget. You’ll laugh, be awestruck, be fueled with great food and beverages, and surely be moved by inspiring moments showcasing the impact of Lung Saskatchewan.

Cabaret. Shining a spotlight on lung health.

PURCHASE TICKETS

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

BOX OFFICE SPONSORS

Boehringer Ingelheim
GSK
Mawer Investments

MEDIA PARTNER

Saskatoon Media Group

PROP SPONSORS

Al Hattie Insurance
Brightrock Financial
McKercher LLP
Preston Dental Centre
Sask Milk
Sutton Group

LIVE AUCTION SPONSORS

Air Canada Foundation
Lisa Moen

2023 Inspired Breathing Conference

Mark your calendars to join us from June 6-8!

The Inspired Breathing Conference brings us together and unites us in lung health: family physicians, respiratory specialists, allied respiratory health care professionals, and respiratory educators. This conference offers content that is diverse, current, evidence-based and of value to all delegates.

With its mix of lectures, keynote speakers and participative intensives presented by experts and key opinion leaders in their respective fields of specialty, this professional education conference truly includes something for everyone.

Together we will help Canadians make their next breath - their best breath.

Registration is now open!

INSPIRING STORIES

Dave's Sleep Apnea Journey

"My life changed in one night. I woke up suddenly and I couldn’t breathe. It felt like I was going to die."

Sleep Apnea is a lung disease that affects 300,000 people in Saskatchewan alone. So many people don’t know they have it because they don’t realize they stop breathing throughout the night.

Knowing what I know about sleep apnea now, I realize I had so many indicators, but I didn’t know the signs and symptoms."

Many people don’t even realize it can be a serious disease that can result in high blood pressure, increased risk of heart attack or stroke, memory and concentration issues, and more."

READ DAVE'S STORY

Lung Health Stories

Got a story about your lung health? We would love to hear from you!

Sharing your story can inspire and encourage others on their lung health journey. Your story will also help raise awareness about lung diseases in Saskatchewan.

Please get in touch if you've got a story to share at info@lungsask.ca or call 306-343-9511.