When you are diagnosed with an occupational lung condition, the impacts on your life and that of your loved ones are is significant. You may face uncertainty, and experience a range of emotions including fear, sadness anxiety anger and frustration. At times, these feelings may overwhelm you and you may not know where to turn. However, there are resources and services to support you.
Our Occupational Lung Disease Social Work program is a free telephone-based service for people living with an occupational lung disease or occupational lung cancer, and their family and carers. Through the service, our social worker can help you or your loved one to navigate the practical and emotional impacts of living with an occupational lung disease or occupational lung cancer. There are many types of occupational lung disease, and each person’s experience and situation may differ based on their type of lung condition and the timing of the diagnosis. Lung Foundation Australia’s Occupational Lung Disease Social Work service aims to empower you and arm you with information, support and referral pathways to help you live well with your condition. To arrange a free telephone appointment, please contact the Information and Support Centre on free call 1800 654 301 (option 3) or complete the form.
Occupational Lung Disease section to know more about the diagnosis and management of these diseases.