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25.01.2022 Anyone can get lung cancer. 1 in 3 females and 1 in 10 males diagnosed with lung cancer have no history of smoking. Yet, 90% of Australians believe that smoking is the only risk factor for lung cancer. ... We need to reduce the stigma. http://bit.ly/2PRQIrl

25.01.2022 Have you been wondering whether you should wear a mask? Currently, face masks are not recommended for the general population.

25.01.2022 Here are today's statistics about novel coronavirus in NSW. For the latest updates, facts and frequently asked questions, visit the NSW Health Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) page https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//dise/Pages/coronavirus.aspx

24.01.2022 Our lung health website is now 2 months old! We'd love to receive your feedback so that we can continue to grow the educational resource for you. Please go to https://svhlunghealth.com.au and complete the short pop up feedback survey at the bottom of the home page. ... Your opinion matters to us. Thanks in advance for your support!

23.01.2022 A chest drain empties air, blood or fluid through a tube that is inserted into the space surrounding your lungs. Fluid or air can build up after surgery or when there is inflammation, infection or a traumatic injury to the lungs. This animation simply explains what happens when a chest drain is needed.

21.01.2022 What are e-cigarettes? What is vaping? Are they safe? Find the answers to these questions plus more by visiting http://bit.ly/35susbV

21.01.2022 Please remember to use a spacer with your puffer to get the maximum benefit for your lungs. Its not just for kids.

20.01.2022 To our lung health community. No doubt you are understandably feeling concerned during these uncertain times. If you have a preexisting lung condition, the best advice we can give you is to strongly adhere to the hygiene and social distancing advice from NSW Health. With the change in season, head colds are also not uncommon. Here is a diagram which may help you to understand the symptoms of COVID-19, Flu and Cold. ... Take care.

19.01.2022 After a recent double lung transplant, Cassandra Brandon received yet another touching gift today amongst her transplant nurses- a signed jersey from her favourite NRL team the Canberra Raiders. Happy Friday!!!

19.01.2022 We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Healthdirect Australia to bring reliable lung education and resources to the people who need it most. https://www.linkedin.com//healthdirect-australia_we-would/

17.01.2022 Thank you so much AHLTA for all that you do

17.01.2022 "To say that I'm healthy now, that's extraordinary! To have so many possibilities." Cody Sheehan opens up about what it's like living with Cystic Fibrosis, undergoing lung and liver transplant surgery, and his quality of life today.

17.01.2022 Why do transplant recipients need to take medicines for the rest of their life? The immune system views the tissue from the transplanted lung as foreign. As a result, the immune system tries to attack the new lung. Medications stop the immune system from fighting against the new lung. The medications are called immunosuppressants, or anti-rejection medications. Dr David Darley, respiratory physician at St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, explains in simple terms more about medicines following transplant and why they are so important http://bit.ly/2PRQIrl

15.01.2022 Lung cancer is the leading cancer killer in both men and women. Dr Emily Granger emphasises the impotrance of early screening which can save many lives.

15.01.2022 A bronchoscopy is a procedure that allows your doctor to take a detailed look at your airways and lungs using an instrument called a bronchoscope. A bronchoscopy can help to diagnose lung diseases and infections. If youve had a lung transplant, you will need to have bronchoscopies regularly. Watch this animation, which can be found on our website, to find out more.

14.01.2022 Stories from patients and caregivers are so powerful! We have now created a stories section on our website to provide viewers with insights from people with lived experience of lung conditions and treatments. Special thanks to Mark Sheehan for sharing his very moving story about his son Cody, who was born with cystic fibrosis and underwent lung transplant surgery.

14.01.2022 A recent study published in the The New England Journal of Medicine found that COVID-19 remains on some surfaces for several hours to days. These results highlight the importance of: - cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces (door handles, phones, keyboards & kitchenware) - frequently washing your hands - avoiding touching your mouth, nose and eyes... Stay safe everyone.

13.01.2022 ABC's podcast series, called Coronacast, helps answer questions about COVID-19 based on the latest news and research.

12.01.2022 Are you interested in a career in cardiothoracic and transplant nursing? St Vincents Hospital in Sydney offers some great courses and exciting opportunities for nurses who are beginning their careers, or have experience, in cardiothoracic nursing. To find out more visit https://www.svhlunghealth.com.au//cardiothoracic-nursing-o

12.01.2022 Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic condition which affects approximately 1 in 1600 people at birth and is seen equally in boys and girls. CF mainly affects the digestive system and the lungs, producing lots of thick glue-like mucus which blocks the airways, making it harder to breath. Visit https://www.svhlunghealth.com.au/conditi/cf-cystic-fibrosis for more info about CF

12.01.2022 ECMO stands for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. The ECMO machine provides life support to the body when a persons heart or lungs are too sick to do the job. The machine adds oxygen to the blood and then pumps the oxygen-rich blood back through the body. St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney were pioneers of ECMO in Australia and now have extensive experience in the care and management of patients needing ECMO. In this video, Dr Mark Benzimra explains more about this therapy. You can also watch an animation showing how ECMO works and visit our website to learn more http://bit.ly/2kLaRlT

10.01.2022 Silicosis is a deadly lung disease caused by inhaling crystalline silica. It's entirely preventable. Studies by A/Professor Deborah Yates, colleagues at St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney and UOW: University of Wollongong, Australia report silicosis is affecting a growing number of young Australian workers, starting in their 20's. On July 1, the NSW government will be banning the dry cutting of artificial stone to protect workers. ... To learn more about silicosis, it's symptoms and your risk, visit https://www.svhlunghealth.com.au/conditions/silicosis.

10.01.2022 Dr David Darley, a respiratory physician at St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney explains why day seven is critical for people diagnosed with COVID-19.

09.01.2022 Pulmonary hypertension (PAH) is a type of high blood pressure in the arteries that supply blood to your lungs. If the arteries become narrow or stiff, the heart can struggle to pump blood into your lungs and, as a result, the right side of the heart needs to work harder and may get bigger. If you have PAH it is important that you see a doctor who specialises in the care and treatment of pulmonary hypertension. The St Vincents Hospital Pulmonary Hypertension Unit is one of... the countrys leading pulmonary hypertension facilities and is at the forefront of pulmonary hypertension research and treatment. We regularly provide opportunities for people to participate in clinical trials to improve medical advances in pulmonary hypertension. For further details, visit http://bit.ly/2mDcnXH

08.01.2022 It is common to develop diabetes after an organ transplant, even if recipeints didn't have diabetes before. Diabetes after transplant is usually a side effect of the medications needed to prevent rejection of the new organ. In this video, Catherine Finneran (Diabetes Clinical Nurse Consultant at St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney) explains why diabetes occurs after transplant and how to manage it.

08.01.2022 What actually happens during a VQ (ventilation persion) scan? What are they used for? Are they safe? Watch this animation which explains the procedure and visit http://bit.ly/2Pf0x2c for answers to the other questions.

07.01.2022 Hey all, we need your help. We're working hard to keep our patients & staff safe, and have made the decision to limit visitors to one per patient. We also ask t...hat if you have fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath; or have been overseas in the last 14 days that you don't visit at all. Please consider calling or face-timing your loved one instead. Thank you for your understanding. We're relying on our community to do their part by social distancing, washing hands regularly, and staying home where possible.

07.01.2022 In response to the identified Potts Point/Rushcutters Bay hotspots, we've set-up an additional COVID-19 testing clinic to serve the community. Our Rushcutters B...ay Park Clinic is located at Sir David Martin Reserve, on New Beach Road, Darling Point. We're open from 9am - 7pm, 7 days a week. If you've got symptoms, please come and see our awesome team, and we'll look after you. In addition, our Bondi Beach Drive Thru and East Sydney Clinics are now open 9am- 7pm daily.

05.01.2022 It's the first week of Spring which means it's Asthma Week! Asthma affects 1 in 9 Australians and 80% of people with asthma have hay fever too! Hay fever symptoms can mask asthma symptoms, so if you're sneeze'n and wheeze'n be sure to see your doctor for a check up. Asthma Australia To learn more about asthma visit https://www.svhlunghealth.com.au/conditions/asthma

05.01.2022 Today, on World Social Work Day, we'd like to acknowledge and thank our wonderful social workers. Here's just one example of how our two transplant social workers, Clare Bailey and Leanne Tuckfield, provide support to our transplant patients and their families during this challenging time.

03.01.2022 Hearing these words over the phone, "We have potential lungs available for you", can trigger a range of emotions for patients who are waiting for a lung transplant. Patients, and their loved ones, describe experiencing mixed emotions ranging from feeling relieved and excited, to being nervous and scared. In this video, Angela Smith, Transplant Coordinator at St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney describes what happens, step by step, when you get the call for a transplant.

03.01.2022 Life is unpredictable. You never know whats coming next so its good to be prepared, particularly when it comes to your healthcare. Advance care planning is informing someone you trust, and your medical team, about your future healthcare so that you will always be in control. The best time to make an advance care plan is when you are feeling well, before the urgent need for a plan. ... We want you to help understand the advance care planning process. Visit our website for all the info and tips you need https://bit.ly/2qGkzZL Go into the new year with your plan in place.

03.01.2022 Cody Sheehan, and his dad Mark, know just how precious organ donation is. Cody was born with Cystic Fibrosis and was told he wouldnt live beyond his teens. Now at 30 years old, Cody is healthy and has a bright future thanks to lung and liver transplantation. A beautiful story for DonateLife Week

03.01.2022 Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (pronounced lim-FAN-je-o-LI-o-MI-o-ma-TO-sis), or LAM for short, is a rare lung disease. It affects almost only women. The average age people develop LAM is 35. To find out more about this rare lung disease visit http://bit.ly/35STjWr

01.01.2022 90% of Australians are using their inhalers incorrectly and most have never had their technique checked or corrected by a health professional (National Asthma Council Australia). This video demonstrates the correct techniques and tips for commonly used inhalers. For more information visit our website. ... St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney See more

01.01.2022 It takes less than 1 minute to register to be an organ and tissue donor online at https://donatelife.gov.au/register-donor-today

01.01.2022 We are saddened to hear of the loss of this beautiful young lady due to an asthma attack. The Partridge - McLennan family have requested to have this page shared to raise awareness of the seriousness of asthma, particularly amongst the smoke from the bushfires.