Posted on May 29, 2020 In Recently Diagnosed?
We interviewed Debbie Sullivan, who lost her father, Benny Sullivan, to pulmonary fibrosis in September 2019 ”Be compassionate, slow down and spend time with ...
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Posted on May 29, 2020 In Look for the Right Care
California is currently in the second phase of a methodical four-step process in order to reach an eventual full reopening. Stores that are beginning ...
Posted on May 04, 2020 In Recently Diagnosed?, Look for the Right Care
We interviewed Peggy Roby, who is a caregiver for her husband, who has been diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. PF NOW: When did ...
Posted on May 04, 2020 In Look for the Right Care
One of the most important aspects of being a caregiver for a patient with pulmonary fibrosis includes accountability and record-keeping. Implementing a caregiver notebook ...
Posted on Apr 01, 2020 In Recently Diagnosed?
People with pulmonary fibrosis are not at a higher risk of contracting COVID-19. However, as per the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), ...
Posted on Mar 31, 2020 In Take Action - Fight PF Now!
As a result of COVID-19, many communities have been ordered to social distance and stay home. For patients with chronic illnesses, the risks are ...
Posted on Mar 12, 2020 In Recently Diagnosed?
A 6 minute walk test is a measurement tool used in physical therapy to determine a person’s endurance with basic exercise and overall functional ...
Posted on Mar 10, 2020 In Recently Diagnosed?, Find Natural Therapies
Blowing up a balloon can do wonders for your lungs. As you age, and particularly if you have a lung condition such as pulmonary ...
What is pulmonary rehabilitation? Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is a comprehensive program designed to help people with lung conditions such as pulmonary fibrosis, chronic obstructive ...
Posted on Mar 05, 2020 In Take Action - Fight PF Now!, Recently Diagnosed?
Given the recent spreading of the novel COVID-19 strain of the Coronavirus, it is important to be aware of the causes, symptoms, and prevention ...
