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Tips for living with lung disease and lung cancer in ‘new normal’  “Humans are social creatures and we are not used to social distancing. The difficult…

As we prepared for the festive season in 2020, many of us talked about it being a once in a lifetime year – and of…

A new diagnosis or changes in your lung condition can bring many intense emotions such as fear, worry, sadness, anxiety and even anger.  These feelings…

Living with the challenges of lung cancer or lung disease will affect your life and the lives of those close to you.  When faced with…

Having effective self-care strategies can help you to take care of your mental health, maintain overall wellbeing, manage illness and care for others. While in theory it may seem simple, it is important to plan and dedicate…

For people living with lung cancer and lung disease, dealing with stigma can cause feelings of guilt, shame and embarrassment, regardless of whether they have a history…

It is not unusual to experience ‘big feelings’ or ‘big emotions’ when living with a lung condition. Many people experience higher than usual levels of anger,…

Some lung conditions can be life-limiting. Generally, your doctor will discuss this with you when you’re diagnosed or shortly after. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with a terminal lung…

When a friend or loved one is diagnosed with lung cancer or lung disease, you may feel at a complete loss as to how you…

Both social workers and psychologists can help you and your family come to terms with a “new normal” when living with a lung condition. They…