Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Launch New Online Resource for IPF Patients and Caregivers

The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation has teamed up with ProPatient to launch an online resource for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) patients and their caregivers. The program called Partnering with Your Doctor provides educational information for anyone living with the disease or wanting to find out more about IPF.

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It also includes strategies for dealing with healthcare professionals and tips to help best manage the disease. Dr. Grey offers information on clinical issues, while Samantha and Kate guide you through everyday living with the condition with help from Rob, a patient with IPF and Sandy, a caregiver.

Topics such as pulmonary rehabilitation, traveling with IPF, oxygen therapy, palliative care, and supportive care are covered in the program, along with information about the disease, how it’s diagnosed and treated, and insurance coverage.

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