In this film produced and shared by Elisabeth Leveque-Mumford in July 2011, we meet Hélène Campbell a young woman who had just recently been diagnosed with advanced idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Discover six less-common symptoms of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis here. Hélène talks about how IPF has impacted her life,…
According to the Mayo Clinic, though no current cure for pulmonary fibrosis exists yet, medications and other treatment options can help improve a patient’s quality of life. As the disease evolves, several complications may arise. Here is a list of six possible pulmonary fibrosis complications: 1. High blood pressure in the lungs: Unlike normal high…
In this video from Boehringer Ingelheim Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, learn more about the reality of living with IPF and how every single breath counts for the patients living with this disease. Discover why pulmonary fibrosis is so difficult to diagnose and treat.
Pulmonary Fibrosis Quote: Life in Your Years Living with pulmonary fibrosis is often challenging. Share this quote for pulmonary fibrosis on Pinterest to keep it all in perspective. Remember to live life to the fullest everyday. Abraham Lincoln said, “It’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the…
Having to live with a disease like pulmonary fibrosis may be difficult most of the time. But there are some things you can do that may help you manage your condition and make your days a little bit easier. Here are nine tips to help you manage your pulmonary fibrosis (source:…
In this Boehringer Ingelheim Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis video shared in September 2014, Professor Ulrich Costabel from the Department of Pneumology and Allergology at the Ruhrlandklinik in Essen, Germany talks about the early signs of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Find out more about staying healthy when you have idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis…
In this video from the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, shared in September 2014, a number of Canada’s leading pulmonary doctors and nurses, along with patients and caregivers, explain what it’s like to live with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Discover why pulmonary fibrosis is so difficult to diagnose and treat. IPF…
Many different treatment options exist for patients with pulmonary fibrosis, but the treatment of last resort is lung transplant. Typically, lung transplants are suggested for patients whose lung disease is so progressed that they will not likely live another year or two. Lung transplants can dramatically improve the quality of life for people with acute…
 Fall Tea Recipe With Antioxidants Fall is here. As we age, the changing season often comes with increased pain and inflammation. It seems unavoidable and managing it is a challenge. Homeopathic ways to relieve inflammation are worth a try. This turmeric tea recipe with ginger may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.
This ea64Studios video follows the journey of 15 skateboarders on a mission: to skate 45 miles through Washington, D.C. to help raise awareness and funds for the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. Read about the five main factors for living well with pulmonary fibrosis here. The documentary is dedicated…
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