Learning to use supplemental oxygen as a young adult was arguably the hardest part of my idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis…
Charlene Marshall
Charlene Marshall is a fiercely independent 30-something-year-old who can’t sit still. She loves coffee, wine tasting, playing with her dog, and spending time on the beach with her family. She’s a lover of all things travel, and never passes up an opportunity for a dip in the ocean! A proud Canadian, Charlene was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in 2016 after 13 months of investigation into sudden shortness of breath, a chronic cough, and unusual fatigue. IPF has forced her to slow down, but she’s slowly learning the value of quality versus quantity in everything she does.
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Articles by Charlene Marshall
I have never met a cohort of people more resilient than children. I am reminded of this every day in…
Many people around the world complain about the cold, dark winter months. This is even true for Canadians who “should”…
I began hearing the term “toxic positivity” this year, and the pandemic has illuminated the term’s meaning for me. According…
Last week was the first of an eight-week Pulmonary Wellness Foundation (PWF) peer support group. I have been collaborating…
People who endure a traumatic experience often divide their lives into before and after the trauma. I’ve heard this is…
Exercising with a chronic lung disease is not for the faint of heart. Recall your most strenuous workout or physical…
It’s common for young adults in their early 30s to plan for their future. For some, this might include planning…
As we launch into Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month this September, I personally believe there’s a lot that can be…
At some point in everyone’s lives, we feel overwhelmed by the pressure to perform, whether it’s getting good grades at…