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The Pulmonary Post - June 2022

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How time flies! We are already half way through the year, and as the school year wraps up, graduations occur, and summer plans unfold, I hope this edition of the Post finds you in good health and making the most of each and every day.

The 2022 Saskatchewan Quits Personal Challenge kicked off on May 31 in celebration of World No Tobacco Day. The challenge will run primarily on the Saskatchewan Quits Facebook group from May 31 to June 30 and registration is open throughout the month. Please join us if you or someone you know is trying to reduce or quit smoking.

The 2022 Inspired Breathing Conference took place from May 31 to June 2, it was a great time connecting and learning from our delegates and speakers virtually. Thank you to all our sponsors and delegates for participating in the conference and for making it a huge success.

Our Annual General Meeting will take place virtually via Zoom on Friday, June 17 at 12:00PM (CST), please see below for more information on how to register.

The Indigenous Care in Lung Health Webinar Series for healthcare professionals continues this month on Wednesday, June 22 with the 'Indigenous People, Health & Reconciliation' webinar. Participants will learn ways to promote culturally safe healthcare for Indigenous Peoples and participate in Truth and Reconciliation.

Be sure to buy your Breathe Strong Raffle tickets before the deadline on June 17 and be entered to win amazing prizes. Our 50/50 is now at $94,695 and still growing! All funds raised support vital research, advocacy, education, and patient support programs in Saskatchewan.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and healthy summer.

Sincerely,

Erin Kuan
President & CEO

2022 Breathe Strong Raffle

Have you purchased your tickets for the Breathe Strong Raffle? The 50/50 pot is already over $94,695 and still growing! Don't miss your chance to WIN BIG this spring, buy your tickets before the deadline on Friday, June 17.

Exciting prizes to be won include a chance to live free for one year with $4,000 a month, a vehicle rental for one year, an outdoor package, e-bikes for two, one trip to Edmonton, and one trip to Manitou Springs!

Tickets purchased online will be entered to win a $500 cash bonus draw.

BUY TICKETS

Breathe Strong Ambassador:
Ralph Harris

Ralph Harris was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis in 2016, a disease that had earlier claimed the lives of his sister and father. His sister Karen had needed a double lung transplant but never received new lungs and unfortunately passed away in 2014.

Are you thinking it might be your time to quit or reduce smoking? Join us for a month of support, resources, and personal stories shared by people who are all at different stages of their quitting journey.

The personal challenge sponsored by Lung Sask and Nicorette, will run from May 31 to June 30 and registration is open throughout the month. Participants will receive a free quit kit (which includes gum and patches provided by Nicorette), resources, wellness opportunities, community support, and weekly prizes to help them on their quit journey. The challenge will primarily take place via the Saskatchewan Quits Facebook Support Group but you can also participate via email if you do not have a Facebook account.

Meet Our 2022
Saskatchewan Quits Ambassadors!

Rhonda Waditaka

Rhonda joined the Saskatchewan Quits Challenge last year and this year she has agreed to be an Ambassador! Rhonda is excited to share her journey with you, and to encourage and support you on your journey.

Read Rhonda's Story

Dale Roach

This is Dale's second year as a Saskatchewan Quits Ambassador. After smoking for many years, and after many attempts to quit, success was finally achieved! Dale knows firsthand how difficult quitting can be, so you can always find him sharing encouragement in the Facebook Support Group.

Read Dale's Story

EVENTS

Notice of AGM

WHEN: June 17, 2022 at 12:00 PM (CST)

Lung Saskatchewan's Annual General Meeting will take place virtually via Zoom on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 12:00 PM CST. Please RSVP to Lori Nagy, Business and Education Manager, by June 10, 2022 if you wish to attend.

Details to access the meeting via Zoom will be emailed to all registrants on June 13, 2022.

Indigenous Peoples, Health, and Reconciliation Webinar

WHEN: June 22, 2022 at 12:00 PM (CST)

Join Dr. Jaris Swidrovich, Assistant Professor, University of Toronto as he will summarize the important differences in terminology for Indigenous Peoples; describe who has access to Non-insured Health Benefits, as per the Indian Act; summarize critical Indigenous Peoples' health demographics; describe cultural safety in healthcare and the service industry with respect to Indigenous Peoples; and identify tangible ways to promote culturally safe healthcare for Indigenous Peoples and participate in Truth and Reconciliation.

Sleep Apnea Meeting

WHEN: June 23, 2022 at 2:00 PM (CST)

Please join us for the last meeting before fall! The topic for this month is New and Upcoming Equipment in the Area of Sleep Apnea, to be presented by Kiana Atrchian, Respiratory Therapist from Prairie Oxygen in Regina.

Anyone with sleep apnea is welcome to join, along with their family and caregivers.

Confidentiality statement: The support meeting is provided from a partnership with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) and Lung Saskatchewan. A SHA confidentiality statement is required each year to attend and will be emailed to you after you register for completion.

Support

Caring Breaths Financial Assistance Program

Breathing is what unites and inspires us to fund essential support programs, services and medical equipment to improve lung health for patients, caregivers, and Saskatchewan residents who have mitigated due to radon.

Visit our website to learn more about our Caring Breaths Financial Assistance Program. Thank you Conexus Credit Union for your sponsorship! Your support has allowed so many in Saskatchewan breathe easier.

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