Lung Month, Radon Action Month, Breathe & Win Raffle, and more!

The Pulmonary Post - November

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November is an exceptional month for us – it's Lung Month! And what a lung month it has been already!

This past week our Youth4Change members, together with Lung Saskatchewan staff, The Cancer Agency of Canada, and Heart and Stroke Foundation, headed to Regina to witness the reading of proposed amendments to the Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Ammendment Act. We were thrilled to witness Bill 147 pass through all three readings with unanimous support from all Members of the Legislative Assembly! And today, we just received news that the Bill has already received Royal Assent! Read below for more exciting details on this exciting change!

In addition to Lung Month, November is also Radon Action Month. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and can affect anyone. Now is the perfect time to take action and test your homes. It's easy, inexpensive, and can save lives.

Join the excitement of our Breathe and Win Raffle, where a mere $30 raffle ticket can be your ticket to thrilling adventures! AMAZING prizes can be won including a 6-day trip to Seattle to watch the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners play, a Brier Curling package, fantastic cash prizes, a Caribbean Cruise, and more! Additionally, the 50/50 is already over $59,000!! Get your tickets today!

Our Fall Webinar Series has kicked off in honour of Lung Month! We're honored to be a go-to resource for continuous education for healthcare professionals across Canada. Read on for more information about our Fall Webinar Series and how to register.

Are you, or a loved one, thinking about quitting or cutting back smoking or vaping? The Saskatchewan Quits Smoking Personal Challenge is set to run from November 20, 2023, to January 31, 2024! This is a great opportunity to join a supportive community with access to education and resources to help you quit, stories from our ambassadors with a lived experience, peer support, and a chance to win prizes! Watch for information coming soon. In the meantime, feel free to join us on the Saskatchewan Quits Facebook Support Group for support on your quit journey.

In closing, on this Remembrance Day long weekend, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who sacrificed so much for our freedom. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.

Erin Kuan
President & CEO

Youth4Change Make Impact

Youth4Change and their health partners from Lung Saskatchewan, Heart & Stroke Foundation, and the Canadian Cancer Society, applaud the unanimous passing of the Tobacco and Vapour Products Control Amendment Act by the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly which will increase the minimum age to purchase tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 19 as well as cracking down on advertising and promotion of vapour products to help protect the province’s youth.

Darshana, Youth4Change Ambassador, passionately stated, "After the advocacy we engaged in, the rallies we held, and the recommendations we sent to the government, we can see that they listened to our voices and our concerns, and they actually created change. It’s truly empowering to know that we made this happen, that we can make a difference, and that our voices truly matter."

In addition, we also received the terrific news that this bill has already received Royal Assent!

Sock Shenanigans

The Youth4Change wanted to have some fun during the last visit to the legislature so they decided to challenge the MLA's to a "MLA Sock Contest"! Click on the link to see who won!

BREATHE AND WIN RAFFLE

Your Passport to Unforgettable Memories

Prepare for an extraordinary journey where your dreams become reality, and memories that last a lifetime are just a ticket away!

Imagine a 6-day getaway to Seattle to catch the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners in action. Picture yourself on a luxurious Bahamas Cruise, where relaxation and adventure unite in paradise. Or perhaps, r perhaps, envision holding the key to an amazing Brier Curling package.

The excitement doesn't stop there with so many AMAZING prizes to be won! You can also embark on a thrilling adventure to witness majestic polar bears in their natural habitat in Churchill, Manitoba, or score tickets to the mesmerizing Corteo show by Cirque du Soleil!

Let's not forget the life-changing 50/50 jackpot that is already over $59,500 as well as other fantastic prizes that can be won this fall.

Get your tickets today for your chance to WIN BIG!

PURCHASE TICKETS

WEBINARS

Lung Saskatchewan is a trusted and credible resource for health professionals pursuing continuing education, and we're thrilled to welcome health professionals from all across Canada in November in celebration of Lung Month.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Determining the Best Inhaled Delivery Device for your Patients

Tuesday, November 14th @ 12:00 p.m. (CST)

Join us with Dr. Sacha Bhinder, for a review of inhaled delivery device products that are available in Canada, and learn how to foster customized care when choosing the most appropriate device for your patient.

This webinar is proudly sponsored by Trudell Medical International.

mRNA as Medicine

Tuesday, November 21st @ 12:00 p.m. (CST)

Join Kyle Brown for a presentation on mRNA as medicine and evolving therapeutics as they pertain to the future direction of disease management and prevention.

This webinar is proudly sponsored by Moderna.

Breathing Easier: Equitable & Inclusive Care for LGTBQ+ Communities

Tuesday, November 28th at 12:00 p.m. (CST)

Join Zena Sharman for a presentation titled Breathing Easier: Equitable & Inclusive Care for LGBTQ+ Communities. During the session, you will:

Understand LGBTQ+ healthcare barriers and challenges.
Learn strategies and best practices for LGBTQ+ inclusive care.
Explore ways to implement these practices in your work.

This webinar is proudly sponsored by AstraZeneca.

Join us as we bring together top experts, to discuss lung health topics, empowering educators and RESPTREC alumni to deliver an informed, patient-focused health care experience to those living with lung disease.

UPCOMING WEBINARS

Primary Care and the Heart of COPD

Tuesday, December 5th @ 6:30 p.m. (CST)

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are common in people with COPD.

Join us as Dr. Licskai and Dr. McKelvie discuss new clinical considerations and practical tools to optimize therapy in patients with COPD and comorbid cardiovascular disease.

SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS

Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Meeting

Wednesday, November 15th at 1:30 p.m. (CST)

Our Support Group Meetings are open to anyone living with pulmonary fibrosis and their support persons.

INSPIRING STORIES

From Accident to Diagnosis: Bob's Lung Transplant Story

"It all began in January 2020 with an accident that left me needing an X-ray. The doctors at the Emergency Department were concerned about my neck being fractured or broken. To be sure, they took an X-ray of my neck, which also showed parts of my lungs. The doctors saw something concerning in the X-ray results and asked for another X-ray of my chest to get a clearer look at my lungs. Little did I know that the procedure I was about to undergo would lead to a surprising discovery. I was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis.

I simply wanted to be able to breathe. I was no longer able to work and wished I could ride my motorbike and do the things I enjoy. When I couldn’t breathe, it felt like I was underwater and needed to come up for air."

READ BOB'S STORY

Lung Health Stories

Do you have 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.

NEWS

Treasurer Wanted

Lung Saskatchewan is currently seeking a volunteer to join its dynamic provincial Board of Directors in the role of Treasurer.

Lung Saskatchewan works with a variety of communities in Saskatchewan and across Canada, investing in research, advocating for changes to protect lung health, and providing education and support to patients, caregivers, and health care professionals.

Learn more about the volunteer Treasurer position!

APPLY NOW

SUPPORT GROUPS

Our support groups are a platform for patients and caregivers to ask questions, share their stories, as well as provide emotional and moral support to one another.

Coordinated by Certified Respiratory Health Professionals from Lung Saskatchewan, we provide timely information and resources to guide you through tough times.

We offer eight support groups including:

Find the power of community in our lung health support groups. Join us to connect with individuals who relate to your journey. Together, we can make a difference in each other's lives.

Lung Helpline

Our Lung Helpline is a free, confidential lung information service, managed by Certified Respiratory Educators.

Educators are available to answer your questions about breathing and lung diseases Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

Call 1-833-385-LUNG (5864).

2308 Arlington Avenue
Saskatoon, SK S7J 3L3
(306) 343-9511

info@lungsask.ca

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