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Samuel (Sam) joined BioNews in November 2021 and writes his column from his home at Lake Anna, Virginia. His diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in January 2017 began a journey of understanding, advocacy, research, awareness, and a personal commitment to “Make Every Breath Count.” As his disease progressed, he was listed for a lung transplant on March 19, 2021, and received a bilateral lung transplant on July 10, 2021. His plan for the column is to share his journey so you, too, can make every breath count.
Prior to my diagnosis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in 2017, my day started the same way almost every morning. I’d pick up my smartphone and see how the markets performed overnight. Then I’d look for an expected opening,…
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I thought I understood the role of a caregiver. It was based on what I learned and observed watching others. It turns out I did not fully appreciate the role until I had a caregiver. The role of…
Along this journey with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, my care team has had several different tools at their disposal. Some must be used in combination with others, while some are only used to gather information. Pulmonary rehabilitation,…
Welcome to my new column, “Make Every Breath Count.” Before I started writing it, I thought about what readers might want to know about me and why I’m writing this column. What details would make them want to continue…
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