Peddling the way to a brighter future for lung disease
Grant Raja, 45, and his Schneider Electric colleagues are gearing up to join riders in Sydney for a unique, four-hour Corporate Cycle Challenge hosted by…
Getting involved in a clinical trial
Clinical trials are research investigations in which people volunteer to test new treatments, interventions or tests as a means to prevent, detect, treat or manage…
A spotlight on research
Isolating key drivers of lung transplant rejection Transplantation has dramatically improved the lives of recipients and enabled them to be active, healthy members of the…
Coping with the emotional impact of a diagnosis of Pulmonary Fibrosis
Debra Sandford, Clinical Psychologist, The University of Adelaide A diagnosis of Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF) is just the beginning of what can be a very emotional…
Anxiety and depression in people with lung disease
Dr Lissa Spencer, Physiotherapist, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney Shortness of breath is the most common symptom for people living with a chronic lung disease.…
Managing a persistent cough
Having a persistent cough is one of the most common symptoms of lung cancer and other lung diseases. It can be very debilitating and distressing…
From the CEO
This will be my last message as CEO of Lung Foundation Australia. After 13 years working at the Lung Foundation, and four in the role…
Your allergies and lung disease
Spring is around the corner. It’s warming up, the days are getting longer and the flowers are blooming. It is also a common time when…
Update on the Lung Foundation Australia CEO position
A message from our Chair: After 13 years at Lung Foundation Australia, including four years as CEO, Heather Allan is leaving Lung Foundation Australia to…
Home oxygen: How it helps and how much is right for you?
Oxygen makes up 20% of the air we breathe and is an essential part of life. We take oxygen into our bodies each time we…