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You can then place it on or beside you to keep cool. If you are placing directly onto your skin, wrap the sock in a cloth to prevent cold burn.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a battery-operated hand-held fan available. Many people find using a battery-operated fan can help control breathlessness, and research has shown that a cool draft of air from a hand-held fan can be very effective. Lung Foundation Australia has these available for purchase via our website.<\/li>\n<li>Take a cool shower and if possible, put a fan in the bathroom to help remove the humidity.<\/li>\n<li>If you have access to a pool, go for a swim (if this is a safe option for your condition).<\/li>\n<li>Keep your house cool by using fans, air-conditioning, blinds or curtains during the day.<\/li>\n<li>Go to your local library or shopping centre to stay out of the hottest part of the day.<\/li>\n<li>Contact your electricity provider to ask if they\u00a0can\u00a0offer\u00a0you\u00a0an\u00a0electricity subsidy\u00a0for running\u00a0your\u00a0air-conditioner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},{"letter":"","title":"Avoid the smoke and haze from fires ","text":"<p>Where possible, people\u00a0living\u00a0with\u00a0a\u00a0lung condition\u00a0in areas affected by bush fires and smoke\u00a0should stay indoors, particularly\u00a0when smoke is thick. Keep windows and doors closed and use air conditioning\u00a0on\u00a0\u00a0recycle\u00a0mode.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"uk-button uk-button-brand-2 uk-button-large\" href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/lung-health\/protecting-your-lungs\/indoor-outdoor-air-quality\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n"},{"letter":"","title":"Be prepared ","text":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">Have a plan. Watch weather forecasts and know who to call if you need help. When you are going out for the day<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">\u00a0ensure you take your medic<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">ations<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">, a hand<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">-held<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">\u00a0fan and plenty of water. Talk with your<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">\u00a0treating healthcare team<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">about\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">how you can live well through the\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">hotter<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187409235 BCX0\">\u00a0months.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW187409235 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n"},{"letter":"","title":"Exercise safely ","text":"<p>Whether you are <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/support-services\/lung-disease-and-exercise\/\">exercising at home,<\/a> through a <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/support-services\/lung-disease-and-exercise\/pulmonary-rehabilitation\/\">pulmonary rehabilitation<\/a> program,\u00a0or\u00a0taking part in a\u00a0maintenance exercise class such as Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s<a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/support-services\/lung-disease-and-exercise\/lungs-in-action\/\"> Lungs in Action program,<\/a> it is important to talk to your prescribing exercise professional about how to exercise safely in the heat.<\/p>\n"}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"column_content","columns":[{"column_type":"image","heading_text":"Cold weather ","paragraph_text":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Winter can be a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">challenging\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">time for people\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">living\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">with\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">lung\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">condition\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">as\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">temperatures drop and the air\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">becomes cold and dry<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cold weather can trigger a flare-up of your symptoms and make you more vulnerable to illnesses<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, particularly\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">when there are<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0more<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">viruses and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">bugs<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Below are some tips on\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">look<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ing<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0after your lungs\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">over the colder months<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>\u00a0Know the signs of an exacerbation (flare-up)<\/h4>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Symptoms of a flare-up include<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">C<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">oughing more than usual<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">F<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">inding it more difficult to breathe<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More mucus than usual<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including any\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">color<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0changes\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coughing up blood\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">F<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">eeling more tired and less active than you normally do<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased temperature\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">38 degrees or\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">higher)<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contracting the common cold or influenza<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(the flu)<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0can put you at risk of a flare-up<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0put you in hospital<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and each\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">flare-up<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> does further damage to the lungs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have COPD<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or bronchiectasis<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, make sure you have your\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Action Plan<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">prepared<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0which will tell you what you need to do<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in the event of a flare-up<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0 This may include taking extra\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">medic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, or<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0visiting your doctor to review your symptoms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you don\u2019t have an action plan, download\u202fa\u202ftemplate and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">organise<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0an appointment with your doctor\u202fto work through it:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/35499xN\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">COPD Action Plan<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/OYO200214_Bronchiectasis-Action-Plan_v2.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bronchiectasis Action 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for managing cold weather","display_settings":"none","accordion":[{"letter":"","title":"\u00a0Know the signs of an exacerbation (flare-up)","text":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Symptoms of a flare-up include<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">C<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">oughing more than usual<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">F<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">inding it more difficult to breathe<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More mucus than usual<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including any\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">color<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0changes\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Coughing up blood\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">F<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">eeling more tired and less active than you normally do<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased temperature\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">38 degrees or\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">higher)<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contracting the common cold or influenza<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(the flu)<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0can put you at risk of a flare-up<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0put you in hospital<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and each\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">flare-up<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> does further damage to the lungs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have COPD<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0or bronchiectasis<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, make sure you have your\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Action Plan<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">prepared<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0which will tell you what you need to do<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in the event of a flare-up<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0 This may include taking extra\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">medic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ations<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, or<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0visiting your doctor to review your symptoms.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If you don\u2019t have an action plan, download\u202fa\u202ftemplate and\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">organise<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0an appointment with your doctor\u202fto work through it:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/resources\/copd-action-plan\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">COPD Action Plan<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/resources\/bronchiectasis-action-plan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Bronchiectasis Action Plan<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:200,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalasthma.org.au\/living-with-asthma\/asthma-action-plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Asthma Action Plan\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"},{"letter":"","title":"Avoid catching colds and flu ","text":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cold<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and flu spread very\u00a0easily<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and it is very<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0easy for children and grandchildren<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, especially those of school age,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0to pass their infections on<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, so it is best to avoid\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">contact with them if they are sick.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This can be hard, especially if you are asked to look after children when they are off school because they are unwell, but it\u2019s important to look after your own health.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Don\u2019t forget to tell your friends that if they have a cold or flu<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0visiting you is a particularly bad idea \u2013 no matter how nice your friends are.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are some other tips to reduce the risk of catching and spreading infections<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">C<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">over your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and encourage other people around you to do the same<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">C<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ough into your elbow or the crook of your arm to reduce the spread of germs<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">T<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">hrow away used tissues as soon as you can<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">W<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ash your hands<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0with soap and warm water<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0regularly or use a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">n alcohol-based<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0hand\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sanitiser<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0gel if you\u2019re out and about<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Make sure you get your annual influenza vaccination\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and talk to your doctor about whether you should get a pneumonia vaccination<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a class=\"uk-button uk-button-brand-2 uk-button-large\" href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/lung-health\/pneumonia-cold-flu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"letter":"","title":"Stay warm ","text":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\">Keep your home warm, but ensure you use a heater tha<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\">t<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\">\u00a0is safe<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\">, particularly if you are using home oxygen<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW40331291 BCX0\">.\u00a0 Avoid wood-burning heaters as they are a significant health hazard.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n"},{"letter":"","title":"Keep active ","text":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">Try to stay as active as you can. Get up, move around and try to do some exercise<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">\u00a0as you will feel better for it.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">When you\u2019re indoors, try not to sit still for more than an hour or so.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">Lung Foundation Australia has some\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">great tips for keeping active at home<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">\u00a0including\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2 SCXW97466188 BCX0\">our<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW97466188 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CftDKhKRtw8&amp;list=PLx5RMZtuxzUQkqcvPrQ9dGZyqxvpdWCub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Maintaining Movement<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97466188 BCX0\">\u00a0video series.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW97466188 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n"},{"letter":"","title":"Going out and about","text":"<ul>\n<li><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Check the weather before you go out. If it\u2019s too cold or breezy for you or you are not feeling well<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, stay indoors and keep warm.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some people may find it useful to use\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0reliever inhaler half an hour before going outs<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ide if\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">cold weather trigger<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">r<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">estricted breathing for you.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Try to breathe through your nose instead\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">of your mouth as this will help warm the air you breathe in.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n"}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"featured_content","heading":"Respiratory Care Nurse","copy":"The Respiratory Care Nurse telephone service is available for people living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or bronchiectasis. Our skilled nurse can provide guidance on all aspects of your condition according to the management guidelines. The Respiratory Care Nurse aims to connect you with the information and support to live well with your lung condition.","image":{"ID":8306,"id":8306,"title":"IMG_4731 (1)","filename":"IMG_4731-1-scaled.jpg","filesize":442501,"url":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-scaled.jpg","link":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/lung-health\/protecting-your-lungs\/coronavirus-disease-covid-19\/health-and-wellbeing\/img_4731-1\/","alt":"","author":"85","description":"","caption":"","name":"img_4731-1","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":7766,"date":"2020-04-24 06:47:14","modified":"2020-04-24 06:47:14","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":1920,"height":2560,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-225x300.jpg","medium-width":225,"medium-height":300,"medium_large":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-768x1024.jpg","medium_large-width":768,"medium_large-height":1024,"large":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-768x1024.jpg","large-width":768,"large-height":1024,"1536x1536":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-1152x1536.jpg","1536x1536-width":1152,"1536x1536-height":1536,"2048x2048":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-1536x2048.jpg","2048x2048-width":1536,"2048x2048-height":2048,"xxlarge":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-1440x1920.jpg","xxlarge-width":1440,"xxlarge-height":1920,"xlarge":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-scaled.jpg","xlarge-width":960,"xlarge-height":1280,"header-navigation":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-480x1080.jpg","header-navigation-width":480,"header-navigation-height":1080,"link-category":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-380x256.jpg","link-category-width":380,"link-category-height":256,"card":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-450x450.jpg","card-width":450,"card-height":450,"gform-image-choice-sm":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-scaled.jpg","gform-image-choice-sm-width":225,"gform-image-choice-sm-height":300,"gform-image-choice-md":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-scaled.jpg","gform-image-choice-md-width":300,"gform-image-choice-md-height":400,"gform-image-choice-lg":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/IMG_4731-1-scaled.jpg","gform-image-choice-lg-width":450,"gform-image-choice-lg-height":600}},"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"Book an appointment ","url":"https:\/\/www.tfaforms.com\/4828245","target":"_blank"},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""}},{"acf_fc_layout":"featured_posts_static","heading":"","view_more_link":null,"posts":[{"ID":1975,"post_author":"12","post_date":"2017-11-03 13:18:23","post_date_gmt":"2017-11-03 03:18:23","post_content":"As the warmer weather approaches, many of us look forward to going on holidays. With temperatures rising, wet weather approaching and humidity increasing, it is common for people living with a lung condition to experience a flare up in their symptoms and struggle with increased breathlessness. If you are living with or caring for someone with a lung condition, it can take some planning.\r\n\r\nSymptoms people often experience include cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, irritable eyes and sore throat. If you are affected by the hot weather, there are things you can do to help keep yourself well.\r\n\r\n<strong>Stay hydrated<\/strong>\r\nDrinking enough water is essential, however it is important to discuss with your doctor the appropriate amount for your condition as some people may be on fluid restrictions. Avoid drinks that increase dehydration including alcohol, tea and coffee. Eat smaller, cooler meals including foods high in water content such as fruits and salads. Focus on foods that are easily digestible, low in fat and contain carbohydrates and protein.\r\n\r\n<strong>Keep out of the sun<\/strong>\r\nRemember to stay safe in the sun. Avoid going outside between 11am and 3pm and aim to do activities such as gardening, exercise and housework in the cooler parts of the day. Wear light-coloured and loose-fitting clothes, wide brim hats, sunscreen and sunglasses.\r\n\r\n<strong>Avoid the heat<\/strong>\r\nTips to remain cool and avoid the heat, include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Fill a large sock with rice or place a wet hand towel in a zip lock bag and freeze, you can then place it on or beside you to keep cool.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep a hand held fan (battery operated) handy.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Take a cool shower and if possible, put a fan in the bathroom to help move the humidity.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>If you have access to a pool, go for a swim (if this is a safe option for your condition).<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep your house cool by using fans, air-conditioning, sun blinds or curtains during the day.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Go to your local library or shopping centre to stay out of the midday heat.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Some women have shared that not wearing a bra at home decreases breathlessness and helps with staying cool.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Contact your electricity provider to ask if they offer assistance for running air-conditioners\/heaters for your health condition.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Avoid the smoke and haze from fires<\/strong>\r\nWhere possible, people with poor lung health in areas affected by bush fires and smoke, should stay indoors when smoke is thick. Keep windows and doors closed and use air conditioning on the recycle mode.\r\n\r\n<strong>Be prepared<\/strong>\r\nHave a plan. Watch weather forecasts and know who to call if you need help. When you are going out for the day ensure you take your medicines, a hand fan and plenty of water. Talk with your health professional team about your action plan and how you can live well through the warm months.\r\n\r\n<strong>Exercise safely<\/strong>\r\nWhether you are exercising at home, through a pulmonary rehabilitation clinic or maintenance exercise class such as Lung Foundation Australia\u2019s Lungs in Action program, it is important to talk to your prescribing exercise professional about how to exercise safely in the heat and to understand any danger signs.","post_title":"Living with a lung condition in the summer","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"living-with-a-lung-condition-in-the-summer","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-11-18 21:55:25","post_modified_gmt":"2020-11-18 11:55:25","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1975","menu_order":0,"post_type":"article","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":4172,"post_author":"85","post_date":"2021-02-03 09:11:20","post_date_gmt":"2021-02-02 23:11:20","post_content":"<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4>Latest news <\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"textColor\":\"white\",\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#4f79a6\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#4f79a6\"><strong>Emergency bushfire warnings in Western Australia <\/strong>for people living in parts of The Vines, Bailup, Ellenbrook,  Gidgegannup, Millendon, Walyunga National Park, Upper Swan, Aveley, Henley Brook, Avon Valley National Park, Red Hill, Belhus, Baskerville, Herne Hill, Bullsbrook, Wooroloo, Brigadoon and in the Shires of Mundaring, Chittering and Northam and the City of Swan.  <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Firefighters are expecting strong southerly winds to push the fire north\/northeast today. People in the Shady Hills Estate area need to keep up to date and enact their bushfire plan early. A meeting for evacuees only will be held today at 1pm at Brown Park, Swan View. The general community is urged not to attend to minimise COVID-19 risks. An update will be posted for the general community on the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/dfeswa\"> DFES Facebook page<\/a>. Take note of updated warning areas and refer to the alert mapping for more defined warning boundaries. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> You need to protect yourself and your family from the immediate danger of the bushfire first and foremost. Whether you are in lockdown or have been personally directed to quarantine for COVID-19, you must do whatever you need to do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:buttons {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons aligncenter\"><!-- wp:button {\"style\":{\"color\":{\"background\":\"#4979a6\"}}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.emergency.wa.gov.au\/#map\/warning\/bew_405030316\/moreinfo\" style=\"background-color:#4979a6\">Find out more<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons -->\n\n<p>Summer is less than one month away and the dry and warm weather means there is an increased risk of bush fires. It\u2019s important for people living with a lung condition to look after themselves and be aware of extra pollutants in the air when smoke descends in their town or city following bush fires or hazard reduction burning.<\/p>\n<p>Bush fires are a threat in Australia all year round and controlled burning may be necessary in preparation for bush fire season. Therefore it is important to remain aware of and be vigilant about the risks to your health, and what you can do to protect yourself.<\/p>\n<p>If you have poor lung health it is recommended that you try to minimise your exposure to wood fire smoke and pollutants as they can penetrate deep into your lungs and irritate the airways. If you have an existing lung disease such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or asthma this may cause symptoms including wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing to worsen.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re in an area affected by wood smoke, where possible you should:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid physical activity outdoors while smoke is in the area<\/li>\n<li>Rest more frequently and keep away from the smoke<\/li>\n<li>Follow your action plan and treatment advised by your doctor and keep your medicines close at hand<\/li>\n<li>Close windows and doors to minimise smoke in your home<\/li>\n<li>Switch your air conditioner (if you have one) to recycle or recirculate<\/li>\n<li>Have your emergency plan ready in the event of an evacuation or the loss of essential services (such as power loss) during bush fires.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>For more information:<\/h4>\n<p>Report all fires to triple zero \u2013 000<\/p>\n<p>For general health advice, call Healthdirect Australia<br>\u2013 1800 022 222<\/p>","post_title":"Looking after your  lungs during the  bush fire season","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"looking-after-your-lungs-during-the-bush-fire-season","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2021-02-03 09:11:23","post_modified_gmt":"2021-02-02 23:11:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?post_type=article&#038;p=4172","menu_order":0,"post_type":"article","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}]}],"subtitle":"","disable_header_overlay":true},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10428","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/85"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10428"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10428\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":90954,"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/10428\/revisions\/90954"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9908"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10248"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10428"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}