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The Pulmonary Post -February 2023

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How much do you know about your lungs? February is a good time to show some extra love to your lungs by learning more about how to protect them. This Family Day, we encourage you to protect your loved ones from the second leading cause of lung cancer and test your home for radon.

Every year, February 4 is observed as World Cancer Day to raise awareness, and take action against cancer. In Canada, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer related death and is unfortunately associated with a lot of stigma. Everyone deserves support; people should be seen for who they are and not their diagnosis. Learn more about our resources and supports for lung cancer.

As Lung Saskatchewan strives to be an ally in reconciliation and honour the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, we are pleased to host Chief Cadmus Delorme (Chief of the Cowessess First Nation) as he presents at our first webinar in the 2023 Indigen ous Care in Health Webinar Series on March 24th - World TB Day' on 'What We Inherited and the Role of the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action'.

2023 marks 20 years of partnering with AstraZeneca on the RESPTREC webinar series! A big thank you to AstraZeneca to their support and dedication through the years. Please join us to commemorate this landmark anniversary by attending our webinar on March 28 titled 'How Triple Therapy May Improve Key Clinical Outcomes in COPD'. More information on these great webinars can be found below!

March 31st is fast approaching and we are excited to host the first ever Lung Sask Cabaret! Join us at Prairieland Park, Saskatoon for an evening of spectacular entertainment! There will be multiple performances including song, dance, comedy, and more! Details on the amazing line up of entertainment and how to buy tickets are available below, we look forward to see you there!

Have a wonderful February, and please continue to remain safe and healthy!

Sincerely,

Erin Kuan
President & CEO

Volunteer Opportunity

Lung Saskatchewan is looking to expand its Community Research Representative team!

If you have a lived experience of lung disease and are interested in contributing to how Lung Saskatchewan prioritizes its research investments, this is a role for you!

Email your expression of interest by March 1, 2023 to: Trent Litzenberger (Vice President - Research and Education) at trent.litzenberger@lungsask.ca.

LUNG SASK CABARET

A Cabaret is a feast for the senses! It features multiple performances such as song, dance, comedy, and more!

Curious? Then come along! Join us on Friday, March 31st for a night you won't forget. You’ll laugh, be awestruck, be fueled with great food and beverages, and surely be moved by inspiring moments showcasing the impact of Lung Saskatchewan.

Check out our star-studded lineup of entertainers!

Vocalist, Lisa Moen
Comedian, Jody Peters
Dancers, Flamenco Borealis
Magician, Magic Ben
Aerial Silk Artists, Fly Studios
Drag Entertainer, Chelazon Leroux
Surprise Act!
Emcee of the evening, Gregger

Cabaret... Shining a spotlight on lung health!

PURCHASE TICKETS

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

BOX OFFICE SPONSORS

Boehringer Ingelheim
GSK
Mawer Investments

MEDIA PARTNER

Saskatoon Media Group

PROP SPONSORS

Al Hattie Insurance
Brightrock Financial
McKercher LLP
Preston Dental Centre
Sask Milk
Sutton Group

LIVE AUCTION SPONSORS

Air Canada Foundation
Lisa Moen

BECOME A SPONSOR

Are you interested in donating an item for the auction at the Cabaret in support of Lung Saskatchewan? Please contact Dave Parkalub.

WEBINARS

Income Tax Reduction & Estate Tax Elimination

Join us on Wednesday, March 15th at 7 pm (CST) for an exclusive live virtual presentation, Income Tax Reduction & Estate Tax Elimination.

Jay Stark will be presenting on:

How to minimize or even eliminate taxes on your estate.
How to change your estate plans in this new virtual environment.
How to avoid double taxation on your “Red” retirement accounts.
How to bypass paying upfront capital gains taxes when selling your investments.
How to convert assets into an income you can’t outlive and leave a lasting legacy.
How our government wants you to save taxes and leave more to charity.

Reserved spaces are complimentary, but space is limited.

What We Inherited and the Role of the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action

We are pleased to invite you to the first webinar in our 2023 Indigenous Care in Health webinar series.

Join us on Friday, March 24th at 11 am (CST) as Chief Cadmus Delorme, Chief of Cowessess First Nation presents on 'What We Inherited and the Role of the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action'.

Chief Delorme will bring stories, truth, and understandings to the role each person plays in assuring the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action are implemented.

Learn more about Chief Cadmus Delorme and how to register for this event!

Thank you to Boehringer Ingelheim for sponsoring this webinar series.

How Triple Therapy May Improve Key Clinical Outcomes in COPD

Please join us as Dr. J Alberto Neder, Professor of Respiratory Medicine and Physiology presents emerging data on How Triple Therapy May Improve Key Clinical Outcomes in COPD.

He will bring an understanding to the mechanisms by which COPD exacerbations negatively impact morbidity and mortality and will also highlight the relevance of COPD exacerbations in driving life-threatening cardiovascular events.

We hope to see you there in commemoration of our 20th year of the RESPTREC Webinar Series with the support of AstraZeneca.

2023 IBC

The Inspired Breathing Conference brings us together and unites us in lung health: family physicians, respiratory specialists, allied respiratory health care professionals, and respiratory educators. This conference offers content that is diverse, current, evidence-based and of value to all delegates.

With its mix of lectures, keynote speakers and participative intensives presented by experts and key opinion leaders in their respective fields of specialty, this professional education conference truly includes something for everyone.

Together we will help Canadians make their next breath - their best breath.

INSPIRING STORIES

Sherry's COPD Story

“When you have a lung disease, it feels like your life as you know it will never be the same.

I was diagnosed with double pneumonia and I got quite sick. My doctor told me that I had to be careful about respiratory issues as I was more susceptible to bronchitis. I continued to be very active most of my life and did not think my lung health was a big issue.

In 2017, I was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). I started noticing some major changes in my health. I would get winded walking and struggled at work with the heavy lifting.”

READ SHERRY'S STORY

Lung Health Stories

Do you have a story about your lung health? We would love to hear from you!

Sharing your story can inspire and encourage others on their lung health journey. Your story will also help raise awareness about lung diseases in Saskatchewan.

Please get in touch if you've got a story to share at info@lungsask.ca or call 306-343-9511.

NEWS

SHRF 2023-2024 Align Grant Now Open for Applications!

Applications are open for a diverse and connected research community in Saskatchewan that is well-positioned to receive peer-reviewed funding and conduct impactful research aligned with Saskatchewan needs.