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Breathe Right Exercise Program Video Series
Jill Lommer is an exercise rehabilitation therapist who is leading the Breathe Right Exercise Program funded by BC Lung Foundation. Jill is experienced in supporting those living with COPD and other chronic lung conditions. In every class, Jill will include a warm-up, cardio, strength training, and cool down stretches. Suitable for all fitness levels. CLICK…
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February 2023 PF News
DACT2 Protein at High Levels Eases Lung Scarring in IPF Mouse Models Kinarus Therapeutics Reports Preclinical Data in Lung Fibrosis and Discloses Clinical Development Plan Living medicine’ created to tackle drug-resistant lung infections Pliant Announces Positive Data From Phase 2a Trial Of Bexotegrast In Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Pliant shares jump on new data for lung…
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Bereavement Resources by Province
National Support Directory British Columbia Support Directory Alberta Support Directory Manitoba Support Directory Saskatchewan Support Directory Ontario Support Directory Quebec Support Directory New Brunswick Support Directory Newfoundland & Labrador Support Directory Nova Scotia Support Directory Prince Edward Island Support Directory Yukon Support Directory Northwest Territories Support Directory Nunavut Support Directory
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Advance Care Planning – Karine Diedrich
Learn about advance care planning in this webinar featuring Karine Diedrich from the Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Association, which oversees Advance Care Planning Canada. Karine talks about advance care planning, a process of reflection and communication. It is a time for you to reflect on your values and wishes, and to let people know…
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Vaultt App for Patients and Caregivers – Audrey Bond
Vaultt, is an app that helps patients, families, and caregivers securely organize, track and share vital health information. In this webinar Audrey Bond, founder, and CEO of Vaultt presents insights into how patients with chronic diseases and their caregivers could benefit from an app that helps them better manage their health journey, specifically their health…
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Resources from the United States
Pulmonary Fibrosis Organization has a Clinical Trial Finder for pulmonary fibrosis related to conditions https://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/patients-caregivers/medical-and-support-resources/clinical-trials-education-center ClinicalTrials.gov is a database of privately and publicly funded clinical studies conducted around the world The Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP) Informing patients and families about clinical research: The Center for Information and Study on…
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Resources from Canada
CPFF: Clinical trials for new PF treatments in 2024 and beyond Government of Canada: Clinical Trials and Drug Safety In Canada Health Canada: Clinical Trials and Health Safety: download the pdf Find a Clinical Trial in Canada The Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (CPFF) is committed to providing valuable resources to our community. Click here to find a…
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Find a Clinical Trial for Pulmonary Fibrosis
The Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (CPFF) is committed to providing valuable resources to our community. Click here to find a list of the most recent clinical trials evaluating new pulmonary fibrosis research in Canada. The PF Foundation clinical trials education centre from the United States also offers a clinical trial finder and more
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Drug Coverage by Province
British Columbia – Pirfenidone – Nintedanib Alberta – Pirfenidone – Nintedanib Manitoba – Pirfenidone & Nintedanib (See page 81) Saskatchewan – Pirfenidone & Nintadanib (See pages 62-69) Ontario – Pirfenidone & Nintedanib (See pages 374-376) Quebec – Pirfenidone & Ninedanib – English (See pages 117 & 129) / Français (Voir pages 125 et 137) New Brunswick – Pirfenidone & Ninedanib –…
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Disability Benefits and Financial Help
Benefits Finder Tool Find benefits and financial help with everyday expenses or personal tax deductions using this Government of Canada Benefits Finder Tool. Terminal Illness Disability Benefits Individuals who have a terminal illness, like pulmonary fibrosis, can apply for the Terminal Illness Application for Disability Benefits under the Canada Pension Plan. Quebec residents can apply…
