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Wendy Henderson

Wendy is a proven blogger and social media manager who has helped to build online communities for businesses and organizations. She currently heads the website’s social outreach online through social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

September 25, 2017

Using Simple Diagrams to Explain Bronchiectasis Pathology

Lung diseases such as bronchiectasis can be difficult to understand if you don’t have a medical background. However, in this short educational video, Wasim Issa explains the disease using simple ... Read more

September 21, 2017

4 Ways the American Lung Association Helps Patients Manage Their Disease

The American Lung Association (ALA) helps thousands of people manage chronic lung diseases each year. Through education and training, it helps the recently diagnosed come to terms with their condition and discover ... Read more

September 20, 2017

7 Physical Clues You Could Have Depression

Many people who suffer from chronic illnesses also suffer from depression. In fact, a recent study found that bronchiectasis patients have higher rates of both anxiety and depression. Researchers looked ... Read more

September 19, 2017

Should Bronchiectasis Patients Exercise?

There have been many studies on the benefits of exercise for bronchiectasis patients and they all conclude that exercise should be an essential part of treatment for anyone suffering from ... Read more

September 14, 2017

U.K. Launches Program to Raise Awareness of Invisible Illnesses

Signs are appearing outside restrooms in the United Kingdom to advise members of the public that not all disabilities are visible. MORE: Characteristics of bronchiectasis patients differ depending on the underlying ... Read more

September 13, 2017

Young Musician With Bronchiectasis Becomes Britain’s Best French Horn Player

Gifted musician Ben Goldscheider literally blew his audience away after playing in front of 5,000 people at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London. MORE: Eight tips for protecting your ... Read more

September 11, 2017

How Does Bronchiectasis Affect Patients?

In this video from St. Luke’s Hospital, Dr. Andrew LaBelle discusses how the chronic lung disease bronchiectasis affects patients. MORE: Nine common symptoms of bronchiectasis Dr. LaBelle explains that bronchiectasis is ... Read more

September 7, 2017

Could Cannabis Help People With Lung Diseases?

There is much talk in medical circles about the use of medical marijuana (or cannabis) for a variety of chronic illnesses, but could it also benefit those living with chronic lung ... Read more

September 7, 2017September 7, 2017

Quitting Smoking: Knowing Your Smoking Triggers

If you have a chronic lung disease, one of the best things you can do to improve your health and slow down the progression of the disease is to quit smoking. However, ... Read more

September 6, 2017

10 Benefits of Having a Service or Therapy Dog When You Have a Lung Disease

Service dogs are typically thought of as necessary companions for the visually impaired, but service and therapy dogs can be a practical solution for people with a variety of chronic illnesses, ... Read more

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