April 3 2020 COVID-19: Looking after your mental health and wellbeing during self-isolation During these times of uncertainty it’s important to take the time to check in with your mental health and wellbeing. As we near Easter it’s… Read More
March 21 2023 Understanding lobectomies Depending on your type of cancer, the stage and your overall health, there are different treatment options for lung cancer. Surgery is one treatment pathway… Read More
May 12 2020 Consumer comments needed for proposed new listings on the PBS Lung Foundation Australia is seeking input from consumers to inform submissions on proposed listings of respiratory medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). In July,… Read More
April 6 2020 Vulnerable Australians unite in public plea to save their lives Vulnerable Australians, young and old, unite in a video message for the public: Our lives are in your hands. We are the vulnerable and we… Read More
August 18 2022 Radiation therapy for Lung cancer There are different treatment options for lung cancer depending on the type of cancer, the stage it’s and your overall health. Read More
June 21 2022 What is holistic care for PAH? It’s a term you may have heard, but what does ‘holistic care’ for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) really mean? The PAH Patient Charter… Read More
June 20 2022 Airway clearance tips for bronchiectasis We sat down with Associate Professor Lissa Spencer and Senior Physiotherapist Jack Reeves share their expert insights and knowledge on airway clearance tips for… Read More
June 17 2022 Pleurodesis surgery explained What is pleurodesis? Pleurodesis refers to getting the ‘pleura’ – which is the lining of the lungs – to stick together. In the chest… Read More
February 11 2022 5 tips for your COPD doctor appointments There are effective strategies you can put in place to help prepare for your COPD doctor appointments to ensure you feel comfortable and confident, and… Read More
November 17 2021 Bronchiectasis treatment and management plan If you have been diagnosed with bronchiectasis, you have likely heard your healthcare team mention a treatment and management plan, or an ‘action plan’, although… Read More