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Roy Alderice’s Journey with Pulmonary Fibrosis
Jennifer and Bill Clements recount the journey of Jennifer’s late father, Roy Alderice, from the initial diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis through the progression of the disease. Roy needed the time to process the diagnosis, so kept it to himself for some time while he intensely researched his condition. “I think the number one thing is…
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Le parcours de Karen Wade avec la fibrose pulmonaire
Le parcours de Karen avec la fibrose pulmonaire (FP) a commencé par une toux persistante. Comme Karen était une adepte de la marche, elle a rapidement constaté qu’elle n’arrivait plus à faire ses trajets habituels. Elle savait que quelque chose clochait, mais les médecins la renvoyaient chez elle et ne posaient pas le bon diagnostic,…
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Le parcours de la famille Phillips avec la fibrose pulmonaire
La famille Phillips a été profondément affectée par la fibrose pulmonaire (FP), une maladie qui endommage le tissu pulmonaire et y cause des lésions de manière irréversible, et pour laquelle il n’existe aucun remède. Après avoir perdu leur mère et quatre oncles à cause de cette maladie, la famille Phillips a reconnu les signes de…
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Le parcours de la famille Schuler avec la fibrose pulmonaire
Le parcours de Hans Schuler avec la fibrose pulmonaire (FP) a commencé lorsqu’il a attrapé une pneumonie en hiver et s’est retrouvé hospitalisé pendant 40 jours. Il a été placé sous oxygène et a ensuite reçu un diagnostic de FP. Il a goûté à la tranquillité d’esprit en développant une compréhension plus approfondie de la…
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Karen Wade’s Journey with Pulmonary Fibrosis
Karen’s pulmonary fibrosis (PF) journey began with a recurring cough, and being an avid walker, Karen soon noticed she was unable to walk for her usual distances and durations. She knew something wasn’t right, but was dismissed and misdiagnosed by doctors, leaving her with no real answers. Then one day during a physical therapy session,…
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The Phillips Family’s Journey with Pulmonary Fibrosis
The Phillips family has been profoundly affected by pulmonary fibrosis (PF), a disease that irreversibly damages and scars lung tissue, and has no cure. After losing their mother and four uncles to the disease, the Phillips family recognized the signs of PF, and three out of the four siblings were eventually diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis.…
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The Schuler Family’s Journey with Pulmonary Fibrosis
Hans Schuler’s journey with pulmonary fibrosis (PF) began when a bout of winter pneumonia resulted in a 40 day hospitalization. He was placed on oxygen and was later diagnosed with PF. He found peace of mind by developing a deeper understanding of the disease and its progression. In order to support Hans’ wishes and quality…
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The Harvey family had to move to Ontario for Eileen Joyce to get the care and liquid oxygen she needs
When Eileen Joyce Harvey was 58 years old, she packed up to head for Toronto with her husband Bill and their daughter to prepare for a lung transplant. As long as the risky surgery and her recovery went well, she expected to return to her home in Halifax in less than 18 months. Eight years…
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Le parcours de la famille Khan avec la FP
Jawaid, le père de Wendy et Tina Khan, a reçu un diagnostic de fibrose pulmonaire (FP), une maladie pulmonaire mortelle qu’il était déterminé à combattre. Jawaid avait le soutien de ses quatre filles et de sa femme, qui vivent toutes à Montréal et qui ont pu se serrer les coudes pendant qu’elles s’occupaient de lui.…
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The Khan Family’s Journey with Pulmonary Fibrosis
Wendy and Tina Khan’s father Jawaid was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis (PF), a fatal lung disease which he was determined to fight. Jawaid was supported by his 4 daughters and wife who all live in Montreal and were able to share in his journey together. Wendy and Tina, share how a supportive community was crucial…
