Why does The Canadian Lung Association matter to me?
A message from Dr. Andrew Halayko, Professor, Physiology and Pathophysiology, University of Manitoba
Why does the Canadian Lung Association matter to you?
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Getting ready for back to school 2020
September Spike can be a challenging time of the year for parents of all children with asthma. This year, that challenge is even greater due to COVID-19. What may add to the stress even more is that there are still many uncertainties and unknowns. Some parents will send their children back to school, while others will participate in online learning.
Likewise, not all children will be required to wear a face mask. It’s a challenging time, but we are here to help.
From the Lab: How The Canadian Lung Association helped me become the researcher and scientist I strive to be
Growing up in a farming family in a small village in Northeast Iran taught me from an early age the value of hard work, problem solving from a big-picture perspective, to take initiative and leaving things better than how I found them. Developing new lung cancer therapies is my version of saving the world. Though there have been frustrations and disappointments along the way, I know the countless hours spent in the lab are making a net positive change in this world.
Why hospice is nothing to fear
End of life is a difficult topic to discuss among many cultures within Canada.
It is a taboo subject that is often avoided for fear of the unknown. Palliative care – and/or hospice care – is something that can strike fear into the hearts of loved ones. It can feel too final to comprehend. It is with mixed emotions that caregivers agree to move their loved one to a hospice care facility.
5 Vaping Myths Busted
- Vaping is NOT harmless
5 Things you can do to show your lungs some love
First day of the year is a great way to set intentions for the year to come. So, we’re here to help you take the first steps into a year that celebrates your lungs, your lung health and your well being in general. Take your time today to show your lungs you care! Let 2020 be the year easy breathing for you.
Radon: Test now and breathe easy
November is Radon Action Month, which means you may hear about this silent killer more than usual in the coming days.
Many people have heard of the gas but it is still hiding in the shadows. Given that it is the second leading cause of lung cancer (first is tobacco), we think that more needs to be known about what it is and how to prevent it.
A look back in history
Meet Dr. Mehtar: A Pediatrician who is helping children with asthma one breath at a time
What is asthma?
Asthma is a chronic (life-long) disease that makes your lungs very sensitive and makes it hard to breathe. Asthma can’t be cured, but with proper treatment, people with asthma can lead normal, active lives.
Why is it important for a child’s asthma to be managed?
Asthma is the most common lung disease in children and one of the leading causes of school absences. Without access to diagnostic testing and treatment to manage the disease, asthma can reduce a child’s quality of life and can also be life-threatening.
Celebrating your favourite couple
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we would like to celebrate one of our favourite couples. These are the left and right lung. They are not exactly the same, but they are vital complements to one another. These unassuming organs allow for our lives to be lived to the fullest. Sometimes, this power couple is challenged by the environment, chronic disease or addictions.
Vapour Products: A Guide For Parents
There is an increasing trend in the use of vapour products among youth. Vaping is becoming more prominent among this demographic due to a wide range of convenient devices, appealing flavours and loosely regulated marketing. The 2017 Canadian Tobacco, Alcohol and Drug Survey (CTADS) indicated that 23 per cent of Canadian youth, aged 15-19 years old, have tried e-cigarettes (vaping products). The tempting flavours and social media influence, along with perceived trendiness often lands vaping products in the hands of teenagers and young Canadians.