COPD: Breathing is life, act earlier

Join us for Lung Foundation Australia’s Live Well, Breathe Better webinar series, recorded in honour of World COPD Day 2023. This special event features a mixed panel of patients and health professionals sharing their experiences and expertise on living well with COPD. Our patient representatives discuss their personal journeys with COPD, while our health professional representatives provide valuable advice on managing COPD and the available support for patients.

Hosted on the Zoom platform, this webinar offers insights from both patients and health professionals. The session begins with an introduction by Tara Rahmanian, who acknowledges the traditional owners of the land and outlines the webinar’s theme: “Breathing is life, act earlier.” Tara introduces Anne-Marie McVeigh, a consumer advocate living with COPD, who leads the session.

The panel includes Cathy, Linda, Jenny, and Amanda, each sharing their backgrounds and experiences. The webinar addresses pre-submitted questions from the community, covering topics such as building exercise capacity, available medications and treatments, the benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation, preventing and managing flare-ups, and the use of airway clearance devices.

The session also features a live Q&A segment, where participants can submit questions via the Zoom Q&A function. Tara moderates the questions, ensuring they are directed to the appropriate panellist. This interactive format allows for a comprehensive discussion on various aspects of living with COPD.

The webinar recording is available on-demand via Lung Foundation Australia’s Resource Hub, YouTube channel, and featured in the Hope in Every Breath consumer newsletter. It is also shared on social media channels, ensuring easy access for all.

Lung Foundation Australia offers additional support services, including a Respiratory Care Nurse service providing evidence-based information and guidance on diagnosis, treatment, symptom management, and wellbeing. Peer support options are also available, such as online support groups and one-on-one telephone-based peer support.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into managing COPD and improving your quality of life. Watch now to learn more about living well with COPD and the support available to you. This webinar provides a wealth of information and practical advice, making it an essential resource for anyone affected by COPD.