Emphysema Foundation For Our Right To Survive

09/21/2024

This coming Monday, September 23 will be a Special Edition of AnsibleChat. We will welcome my good friend Mike Hess of the COPD Foundation!! He is a Respiratory Therapist Extraordinaire!
Learn about why Oxygen is Important.
Free as always,,,,but Register to get the link and a reminder to attend!
https://forms.zohopublic.com/serviceaccount/form/AnsibleChatRegistrationForm1/formperma/Wa4duoYAI64eeu7rrHF1WBzcqpr_fsyJm_wbH_4D0qE

07/19/2024

Hey Everyone!! We have a Special Edition of AnsibleChat with a fellow patient sharing his intimate story of being diagnosed with a respiratory illness and his journey.
Free, as always, but you must click the link to register below to receive the invite.
See you on Monday!!!
https://forms.zohopublic.com/serviceaccount/form/AnsibleChatRegistrationForm1/formperma/Wa4duoYAI64eeu7rrHF1WBzcqpr_fsyJm_wbH_4D0qE

07/08/2024

In spite of being away and missing World Brochiectasis Day, I wanted to share this. BE and COPD are serious matters. We struggle day in - day out.
If you are feeling out of breath, have that discussion with your doctor.

04/19/2024

04/19/2024

Greetings Everyone!!
This Monday, April 22 at 2 Central/3 Eastern, AnsibleHealth has an AnsibleChat!!
Sinus and Congestion Problems?? (I sure do!) So, come join us!!
Free as always, but you need to register,,,,,so click the link to get the invite and we will see you there!!

https://forms.zohopublic.com/serviceaccount/form/AnsibleChatRegistrationForm1/formperma/Wa4duoYAI64eeu7rrHF1WBzcqpr_fsyJm_wbH_4D0qE

04/05/2024

This coming Monday, April 8 at 2 Central/3 Eastern, we have Sarah Lyon, RRT speaking to us and answering your questions about sinus conditions and congestion.
FREE, as always, but you need to register. Click the link and join us! Bring your questions!!!
See you there!!
https://forms.zohopublic.com/serviceaccount/form/AnsibleChatRegistrationForm1/formperma/Wa4duoYAI64eeu7rrHF1WBzcqpr_fsyJm_wbH_4D0qE

03/22/2024

A VERY Special Edition of AnsibleChat this coming Monday March 25!!
Dr. Gerard Criner was a Principal Investigator of the Lung Valves and will share his wisdom and thoughts with us.
Endobronchial valves are far less invasive than lung volume reduction surgery.
Dr. Criner is on the Board of Directors for GOLD, which sets the standards for COPD diagnosis and severity.
FREE, as always, but you need to click the link below to register.
https://forms.zohopublic.com/serviceaccount/form/AnsibleChatRegistrationForm1/formperma/Wa4duoYAI64eeu7rrHF1WBzcqpr_fsyJm_wbH_4D0qE

03/12/2024

Here is an opportunity to participate in a simple 60 minute online interview dealing with COPD treatments. The text below should be somewhat clear. If questions, simply email the address provided.
Great chance to make $125 while also helping researchers better understand the patient journey.
Pillar Patient Advocates is seeking 15 adults living with COPD who are on treatment (other than Trelegy, or Breztri) to participate in a 60-minute web-based interview to share their opinions. In appreciation, participants are paid $125 for their time and input. If interested, please fill out our registration at https://www.research.net/r/TLFRR66 or email Jordan at Jjones@pillaradvocates.com with a phone number you can be reached at to go through some screening questions. This study is for US residents only.

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03/12/2024

Pillar Patient Advocates is seeking 15 adults living with COPD who are on treatment (other than Trelegy, or Breztri) to participate in a 60-minute web-based interview to share their opinions.Opp In appreciation, participants are paid $125 for their time and input. If interested, please fill out our registration at https://www.research.net/r/TLFRR66 or email Jordan at Jjones@pillaradvocates.com with a phone number you can be reached at to go through some screening questions. This study is for US residents only.

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03/07/2024

SPECIAL EDITION of ANSIBLECHAT!!
This coming Monday, March 11 - We have Dr. Roberto Benzo of the Mayo Clinic speaking to us on Mindful Awareness.
Dr. Benzo was my pulmonologist for many years when I lived near the Mayo Clinic and you will enjoy his presentation.
FREE, as always, but do register in order to get the link.
Mindfulness is often just as important as our inhalers and exercise. We truly need all three!

https://forms.zohopublic.com/serviceaccount/form/AnsibleChatRegistrationForm1/formperma/Wa4duoYAI64eeu7rrHF1WBzcqpr_fsyJm_wbH_4D0qE

02/23/2024

Please Join Us!! This coming Monday, we have the pleasure of having the COPD Foundation's Senior Director of Public Outreach and Education as a Guest Speaker.
Mike will be educating us as to how Oxygen works in our bodies and why it is so important.
Free, as always, but you must register to get the link to attend. Link is below.
Hope to see many of you there!!
https://forms.zohopublic.com/serviceaccount/form/AnsibleChatRegistrationForm1/formperma/Wa4duoYAI64eeu7rrHF1WBzcqpr_fsyJm_wbH_4D0qE

Efforts is a support and advocacy organization for copd and emphysema patients, families and friend

05/28/2023

This page can be as active as those who join choose it to be.
The page no longer has any affiliation with EFFORTS (Emphysema Foundation For Our Right To Survive).
EFFORTS has terminated as a non-profit, so while this page may be beneficial to some, it is no longer affiliated in anyway with EFFORTS.