How intravenous medication for PAH works
Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH) can often be managed for many years with treatments that come in a tablet form. But, intravenous medication for PAH may…
New treatment for Aussies living with asbestos-related cancer
Australians living with inoperable malignant mesothelioma – a rare and aggressive cancer mainly due to asbestos exposure1 – are set to access the nation’s first…
Holistic self-care
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…
Mental impact of COVID-19
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 part of social…
Lung disease men’s support group means you’re not alone
This Men’s Health Week (June 14-20, 2021) join a lung disease men’s support group to connect with others who understand what you’re going through. It’s normal…
Experts urge Aussies with COPD to act to prevent flare-ups as research reveals many sufferers are not seeking help
A new treatment for adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Trimbow®, is available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from 1 June 2021.1 Newly…
Why it’s more important in 2021 than ever before to get a flu vaccination
This story first appeared on startsat60.com. It’s likely you’ve given at least a passing thought to vaccines in recent weeks and months – Covid-19 vaccines, that…
Palliative Care: It’s more than you think
Palliative care is more than just end of life care; a better description may be quality of life care. This National Palliative Care Week (23-29 May) has the theme, Palliative Care: It’s more than you think, to encourage the community to think differently about palliative care. …
How exercise can help those with lung disease
Did you know there are many benefits of exercise for lung health, particularly if you have a lung disease? From reducing symptoms such as breathlessness to improving…
Flu vaccine: Experts warn of potential deadly winter
Lung Foundation Australia is urging Australians not to become complacent about protecting themselves against a potentially fatal illness this winter – and it’s not COVID-19. …