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Prevent Lung Disease Canadian Lung Association

WEBPrevent breathing breakdowns The statistics on lung disease are sobering. Between genetics, air pollution, cleaning solutions, smoking, sitting and sleep disorders, our …

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Spirometry Canadian Lung Association

WEBSpirometry is a common and effective diagnostic test that can easily be done in your doctor's office or at a nearby hospital or clinic. You will be asked to take in a big breath, …

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Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation Introduction Canadian …

WEBThe BREATHE Better-Stay STRONG Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation program contains an Introduction module and eight learning modules. Each module is divided into five …

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Medication Canadian Lung Association

WEBThese medicines combine a bronchodilator to relieve shortness of breath and an inhaled corticosteroid to lessen the swelling in your airways. Combination medicines are …

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Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation BREATHE Better, Stay …

WEBAbout the program. Pulmonary rehabilitation has been shown to improve quality of life in people who suffer from chronic lung disease. BREATHE Better, Stay STRONG is a …

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Canadian Lung Association Canadian Lung Association

WEBLooking for lung health information? The Canadian Lung Association is a source of evidence-based, user-friendly patient resources, including fact sheets, videos and more! …

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Treatments for lung cancer Canadian Lung Association

WEBTreatments for lung cancer. There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for lung cancer. Your treatment plan will depend on the type and stage of your cancer, the size and location of …

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How to protect your lungs on hot and humid days

WEBKeep your windows and doors closed to keep your house cool and keep pollutants out. Keep your curtains and blinds drawn to keep out the heat. Turn on fans. At night, if you …

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Signs and Symptoms Canadian Lung Association

WEBSigns and Symptoms. People with COPD usually have one or more of these symptoms: a cough that lasts a long time (longer than 3 months) a cough with mucus. feeling short of …

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Lung diseases A to Z Canadian Lung Association

WEBIt affects men, women, children, smokers, non-smokers and individuals who have never smoked. If lung disease is taking your breath away, you don't have to deal with it alone. …

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Pneumonia Canadian Lung Association

WEBPneumonia (nu-MO-ne-ah) is swelling (inflammation) of one or both lungs that is usually caused by an infection. Many different germs can cause pneumonia, including bacteria, …

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Chronic Cough Canadian Lung Association

WEBIt is estimated that chronic cough affects about 16% of Canadians between the ages of 45 and 85. Chronic cough can be caused by many different things; it's not always the sign …

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Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Canadian Lung Association

WEBInterstitial Lung Disease (ILD) If you've been diagnosed with ILD, we can help — with tips and advice to help you manage your health and be prepared as your disease …

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Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) Canadian Lung Association

WEBAbout idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) IPF is a chronic lung disease. This means that is a long-lasting disease that needs treatment. The name idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis tells …

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Smog Canadian Lung Association

WEBSources of carbon monoxide: burning fossil fuels in vehicles. metal production. emissions from heating devices (gas heaters, etc.) Smog is made up of many air pollutants. The …

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Radon Canadian Lung Association

WEBRadon exposure is estimated to be the cause of 16% of lung cancers. Radon is an invisible, odorless gas. You can't see radon. You can't smell it or taste it. But it may be a problem …

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Welcome Canadian Lung Association

WEBWELCOME Research matters because everyone should be able to breathe. Whether it’s a chronic disease that takes your breath away, an allergy or a cold, we all know what it is …

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