Respiratory Support Nelson

25/07/2025

💬 Winter Tip: Don’t Go It Alone 💬

Winter can feel isolating, but connection is powerful for both your mind and body.

- Catch up with friends over a warm cuppa.
- Join a local class (our SYLO or Better Breather classes are interactive, fun and social)
- Chat with others who understand what you’re going through.

To see how we can support you, please visit us at www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

A friendly reminder that our pulmonary rehab course returns to Richmond in October – whether you’ve been before or are new, this course is for YOU.

23/07/2025

🌟 Strong Lungs, Strong You! 🌟

Looking after your immune system is absolutely key in winter:

- Get enough rest and listen to your body.
- Eat plenty of fresh fruit and veg – think colourful plates!
- Stay hydrated (warm lemon water is a winner!).

Our Better Breather exercise classes are on every week – a perfect way to keep moving safely. We’d love to see you there!

For more information about how we can support you, please visit us at: www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

22/07/2025

💛 Our Heartfelt Thanks to Pub Charity! 💛

We are truly humbled and incredibly grateful to Pub Charity for their generous funding support.

Because of you, people in our community can breathe a little easier, stay connected, and feel empowered. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference!

Pub Charity Limited

21/07/2025

❄️ Breathe Easy This Winter! ❄️

Winter can be tough for those living with respiratory conditions, but small daily habits can make a big difference:

- Keep warm and layer up.

- Stay active – even gentle movement keeps your lungs happy.

- Wash hands often to avoid seasonal bugs.

Our Better Breather classes are running all term – come and join our supportive community! For a timetable, head to https://www.respiratorynelson.co.nz/timetable

Our next Pulmonary Rehabilitation Course starts in Richmond this October – this is open to both new and past participants. If you’d like to join, get in touch. This course is designed for those living with long term respiratory conditions.

21/07/2025

Great news for Kiwi living with asthma 🩵

Effective from August 1, those who use a 2-in-1 inhaler to manage their asthma will be able to collect a three-month supply in a single pharmacy visit, rather than returning for repeats every month. The long-awaited change is expected to make a real difference for about 120,000 New Zealanders.

"When you have to visit the pharmacy every month, it becomes a real burden," Foundation Chief Executive Ms Letitia Harding says. "Allowing people to collect three months’ supply at once removes that hurdle and supports better treatment adherence."

This is a major step forward for asthma care in Aotearoa, as it means essential, lifesaving treatment will become more accessible. New Zealand continues to have some of the highest asthma rates in the developed world, so this change has come at a critical time.

To read more, head to the link in the comments ⬇️

29/06/2025

EXERCISE SNACKING

Written by our wonderful Better Breathers Class Trainer, Deb Costley

Have you heard of exercise snacking? It’s a term that’s been floating around in the fitness and health industry for a few years now, and it’s a concept I think we should all embrace.

Exercise snacking is the process of incorporating bite-sized workouts into your daily routine. It supports the idea that all movement adds up, and that any exercise is ALWAYS better than none.

Here are some examples of what this could look like for you: do a few extra sit-to-stands each time you get out of a chair, march on the spot during a TV ad break, perform some wall push-ups while waiting for the jug to boil, sneak in some calf raises after brushing your teeth, or add in a 5-minute walk in the morning and again in the afternoon.

This concept helps shift us away from the all or nothing mindset and comes with many benefits. Small bursts of exercise are much easier to fit into a busy schedule. They are also less intimidating if you are new to exercise, recovering from injury or illness, or simply having a low energy day. Often, if you are feeling fatigued and you do an exercise snack, you end up feeling more energised with improved motivation and mood. Small amounts of exercise can also help build confidence to start doing more.

Always remind yourself that every movement counts.

29/06/2025

📣 School Holiday Break

Just a reminder that all our Better Breather and SYLO classes are taking a break over the school holidays – there will be no classes running from Sunday 30th June to Saturday 13th July.

We hope you enjoy a restful and refreshing holiday! 💙
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone back when classes start again the week of Monday 14th July.

Take care and enjoy the break!

07/05/2025

Our key message for Asthma Awareness Week? Asthma can be managed with the right support.

It’s time. Take control of your breathing.

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

Asthma New Zealand

06/05/2025

It’s Asthma Awareness Week!

If your whānau needs support, we can help.

We know that Asthma doesn’t just affect individuals-it affects whole whānau. We’re here to provide free education, nurse appointments, and practical tools to help your family breathe easier. Whether its you, your child, or someone you love don't wait.

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

Asthma New Zealand

05/05/2025

05/05/2025

Asthma Awareness Week!

Using a preventer puts you in control.

Preventers help calm your airways and reduce symptoms over time so you can stay well and breathe easier every day, not just by using your reliever during an asthma attack.
If you or someone you love has asthma, talk to a nurse or respiratory educator about if a preventer is right for you.

www.respiratorynelson.co.nz
Asthma New Zealand

11/03/2025

🌿 Pulmonary Rehabilitation is coming to Golden Bay! 🌿

Do you or someone you know have a respiratory condition? Join our FREE Pulmonary Rehabilitation course starting 30 April 2025!

📅 When? Wednesdays for 8 weeks
📍 Where? Golden Bay
💙 Why? Learn how to manage breathlessness, build fitness, and feel safer while being active in a supportive group setting. This course is FREE!

If you would like to register, please contact us:
📧 Email: respiratorynelson@xtra.co.nz
📞 Phone: 027 546 7675
🌐 Visit: www.respiratorynelson.co.nz

Breathe easier, move more, and take control of your health. Tag a friend who might benefit! 💙