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Any potential issues relating to supply of essential medications will be addressed if they arise.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559738":80,"335559739":80,"335559740":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have current prescriptions\u202ffor your regular medications\u202fon hand.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{"201341983":0,"335559738":80,"335559739":80,"335559740":276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you require oxygen cylinders to manage your condition, contact your supplier and ask them to inform you of their\u202fsupply and create a\u202fplan to continue to deliver oxygen to you during this time.\u202f<\/span><span 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If you can\u2019t access them face-to-face you can choose to access your usual health services via telephone and video call. This mean you can connect with your healthcare team from your home to reduce their risk of exposure to COVID-19. These services will only be provided where appropriate and clinically safe.<\/p>\n<p>Speak to your treating healthcare team about their telehealth options, and discuss the eligibility criteria to be bulk billed for these options. Hear more from A\/Prof Lucy Morgan, respiratory specialist and Lung Foundation Australia Chair in the video.<\/p>\n","button_display_setting":false,"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"Find out more","url":"https:\/\/www.health.gov.au\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/2020\/04\/covid-19-national-health-plan-prescriptions-via-telehealth-a-guide-for-patients.pdf","target":"_blank"},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""},"background_colour":"transparent","column_image":{"ID":5831,"id":5831,"title":"OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1","filename":"OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","filesize":400937,"url":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","link":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/lung-foundation-australia\/oyo190419_come-prepared_microsite-banners-1\/","alt":"","author":"3","description":"","caption":"","name":"oyo190419_come-prepared_microsite-banners-1","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":2,"date":"2019-06-02 23:15:53","modified":"2019-06-02 23:15:53","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":1024,"height":683,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1-300x200.jpg","medium-width":300,"medium-height":200,"medium_large":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1-768x512.jpg","medium_large-width":768,"medium_large-height":512,"large":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1-1024x683.jpg","large-width":1024,"large-height":683,"1536x1536":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","1536x1536-width":1024,"1536x1536-height":683,"2048x2048":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","2048x2048-width":1024,"2048x2048-height":683,"xxlarge":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","xxlarge-width":1024,"xxlarge-height":683,"xlarge":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","xlarge-width":1024,"xlarge-height":683,"header-navigation":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1-480x683.jpg","header-navigation-width":480,"header-navigation-height":683,"link-category":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1-380x256.jpg","link-category-width":380,"link-category-height":256,"card":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1-450x450.jpg","card-width":450,"card-height":450,"gform-image-choice-sm":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","gform-image-choice-sm-width":300,"gform-image-choice-sm-height":200,"gform-image-choice-md":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","gform-image-choice-md-width":400,"gform-image-choice-md-height":267,"gform-image-choice-lg":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/OYO190419_COME-PREPARED_MicroSite-Banners-1.jpg","gform-image-choice-lg-width":600,"gform-image-choice-lg-height":400}},"youtube_video_url":""}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"column_content","columns":[{"column_type":"text","heading_text":"Preparing to contract COVID-19","paragraph_text":"<p>It’s inevitable that most Australians will contract COVID-19. When you have a lung condition, that can feel frightening. But, A\/Prof Morgan says developing a ‘COVID action plan’ can help ensure you and your loved ones know what steps to take if you do catch COVID-19, and ensure you have things on hand to help you during that time.<\/p>\n<p>Planning ahead can help you to feel as prepared as possible and confident in what you need to do if you do catch the virus. Hear more from A\/Prof Lucy Morgan about developing a COVID-19 action plan in the video below.<\/p>\n","button_display_setting":true,"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"Watch video","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=--qLlxTQRIg","target":"_blank"},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""},"background_colour":"transparent","column_image":false,"youtube_video_url":""},{"column_type":"text","heading_text":"Testing positive to COVID-19","paragraph_text":"<p>For someone who lives with a lung disease or lung cancer, finding out you have COVID-19 may be frightening. While people with a pre-existing condition are at increased risk of a more severe case of COVID-19, it doesn\u2019t automatically mean you\u2019ll become seriously unwell. Developing a COVID-19 action plan will ensure you feel as prepared as possible in the event that you contract COVID-19 and will help you to identify if your symptoms are manageable at home or if you need to seek medical advice. We sat down with A\/Prof Lucy Morgan to get her expert advice on what to do if you have a lung disease or lung cancer and catch COVID-19.<\/p>\n","button_display_setting":true,"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"Watch video","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cx2ufW7FzbE","target":"_blank"},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""},"background_colour":"transparent","column_image":false,"youtube_video_url":""}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"column_content","columns":[{"column_type":"text","heading_text":"Antivirals for treating COVID-19","paragraph_text":"<p>Antiviral treatment for COVID-19 works by slowing or stopping the virus replicating, which may help to reduce the severity of the infection. This is particularly important for certain groups within the community who are at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Vaccination still remains the most effective way to help prevent serious outcome from COVID-19, but oral antiviral treatments may be available as a second line of defence for people who are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>70 years of age or older<\/li>\n<li>50-69 years of age with two or more risk factors for severe disease<\/li>\n<li>Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people aged over 30 with one or more risk factors for severe disease<\/li>\n<li>Immunocompromised people aged 18 years or older<\/li>\n<li>Adults who have experienced a past COVID-19 infection resulting in hospitalisation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Those who are eligible will be able to receive treatment for COVID-19 in their own homes, without the need to travel to hospital for treatment as an inpatient. It is critical to test early if you suspect you have COVID-19 as antiviral treatment should be taken as soon as possible after infection is confirmed, and it must be commenced within 5 days of symptoms starting. Starting the treatments as soon as possible after the diagnosis, will help to achieve the best outcome.<\/p>\n<p>Even though these new medications will not be suitable for everyone, speak to your GP or respiratory specialist, as your doctor will carefully check if they are safe for you by assessing other medicines you take and health conditions you might have. You could also ask your GP or specialist about the best way to organise an urgent appointment to obtain a script for antivirals if they are right for you should you need them. This can help you to develop a plan ahead of time and feel more prepared.<\/p>\n","button_display_setting":false,"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"Visit Mind Matters","url":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/after-your-diagnosis-title\/mental-health\/coping-during-covid-19\/","target":""},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""},"background_colour":"transparent","column_image":false,"youtube_video_url":""},{"column_type":"image","heading_text":"","paragraph_text":"","button_display_setting":false,"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"View at-home series","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CftDKhKRtw8&list=PLx5RMZtuxzUQkqcvPrQ9dGZyqxvpdWCub","target":""},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""},"background_colour":"transparent","column_image":{"ID":85730,"id":85730,"title":"Senior Patient Having Consultation With Doctor In 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and medications for your lung condition","content":"<p>Continue to use your prescribed medication and treatment unless advised by your treating healthcare team.<\/p>\n<h4>Nebuliser<\/h4>\n<p class=\"x_x_paragraph\"><span class=\"x_x_eop\">COVID-19 is able to be spread to others via droplets exhaled by a person who is infectious, usually through coughing or sneezing or breathing in close proximity to another person.\u00a0 Therefore infection control guidelines include staying 1.5 metres away from others and effectively covering coughs or sneezes. \u00a0However, when you live with a lung condition some of the management aspects or treatment delivery can also produce droplets from your exhaled breath that stay in the air, including airway clearance techniques or using a nebuliser.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Airway clearance<\/h4>\n<p class=\"x_x_paragraph\"><span class=\"x_x_normaltextrun\">If you have COVID-19 or are suspected of having COVID-19 and you normally use airway clearance techniques or devices, or a nebuliser machine at home, <\/span>y<span class=\"x_x_normaltextrun\">ou need to attempt to minimise exposure of the non-infected members of the household. Possibly consider moving to a safe, outside area in your home in a place where surfaces may be easier to clean (or where there are few surfaces to clean).<\/span><span class=\"x_x_eop\">\u00a0Nebulisers and airway clearance techniques may increase the amount droplets in the air, and thereby increasing the risk of transmission to others.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_x_MsoNormal\">\n","link":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"column_content","columns":[{"column_type":"text","heading_text":"Mental health","paragraph_text":"<p>In these times of uncertainty and with so much change to our everyday lives, it is normal to feel anxious and overwhelmed, especially if you are living with a lung condition. At times when case numbers are higher in Australia, the sense of isolation and fear can be difficult to process. You may be choosing to limit your social interaction to keep yourself safe, determined to maintain as much ‘normality’ as possible, or worrying about the effects of contracting COVID-19. Whatever your situation, it’s common to experience anxiousness, vulnerability and a loss of confidence.<\/p>\n<p>There are strategies and practices you can put in place in your day-to-day life to help you manage these feelings and focus on the things you can control. These may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Schedule a virtual catch up with family and friends who encourage and support you<\/li>\n<li>Make time each day to do something you enjoy such as reading, cooking, listening to music or going for a walk<\/li>\n<li>Complete a <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/resources\/?user_category=31&search=mind%20matters\">mindfulness or self-compassion guided practice<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We’ve developed a range of information and resources to support you during this time including blogs, webinars and videos. Visit our Mind Matters mental health hub to find out more.<\/p>\n","button_display_setting":true,"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"Visit Mind Matters","url":"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/after-your-diagnosis-title\/mental-health\/coping-during-covid-19\/","target":""},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""},"background_colour":"#f9f9f9","column_image":false,"youtube_video_url":""},{"column_type":"text","heading_text":"Keeping active","paragraph_text":"<p>It’s important to manage your lung condition and stay healthy during COVID-19 to avoid unnecessary visits to the hospital. Research has shown that <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/support-services\/lung-disease-and-exercise\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">exercising<\/a> is highly beneficial for people living with a chronic lung disease.<\/p>\n<p>There are lots of ways you can fit simple exercises into your daily routine without even realising you\u2019re working out. With some support and guidance, goal setting and regular scheduling, it is possible to participate in an exercise program without leaving your home. Before starting a home exercise program, ensure you have consulted with your GP or a qualified exercise professional. Many health professionals are now offering telehealth appointments \u2013 so you can consult with them via the telephone or a video call.<\/p>\n<p>Our at-home exercise series, led by an exercise physiologist, was developed to help you keep moving during this time. The Maintaining Movement series will take you step-by-step through simple exercises that can be completed at home with objects found around the house. Before commencing any exercise please consult your practicing healthcare team and read our <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/resources\/covid-19-exercise-safety-in-the-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Exercise Safety Guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n","button_display_setting":true,"button":{"":null,"button_type":"Link Button","link":{"title":"View at-home series","url":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CftDKhKRtw8&list=PLx5RMZtuxzUQkqcvPrQ9dGZyqxvpdWCub","target":""},"email":"","file":false,"modal_trigger":"","button_text":""},"background_colour":"#f9f9f9","column_image":false,"youtube_video_url":""}]},{"acf_fc_layout":"featured_content","heading":"Connect to care today","copy":"Lung Foundation Australia Respiratory Care Nurse and Lung Cancer Support Nurse telephone-based services are available for people living with or caring for someone with a lung cancer, COPD or bronchiectasis diagnosis. 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Yet with Christmas rapidly approaching after another tumultuous year of constant change, it\u2019s natural to feel a little \u2026 deflated, frustrated or anxious.<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>With state borders opening and restrictions easing across the country, many families and loved ones are looking forward to reuniting after significant time apart. While this is a joyous time for many, navigating life in a COVID-19 world while living with lung disease or lung cancer may cause feelings of anxiety and fear.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We asked our community what you wanted to know to help you through this time. So, here are our top tips.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Keep yourself safe<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>It\u2019s a very busy time of the year which can make going out feel overwhelming. If you\u2019re able to, utilise delivery services or ask a loved one to help you by picking up the things you need and dropping them to you. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaPosition\":\"right\",\"mediaId\":85331,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?attachment_id=85331\",\"mediaType\":\"image\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/iStock-1268858133-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A couple, both wearing face masks, appear on the balcony of a hotel or accommodation with a suitcase. 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Be sure to follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.gov.au\/news\/health-alerts\/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert\/coronavirus-covid-19-case-numbers-and-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">state or territory government<\/a> advice and regulations for where you are.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:media-text -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Set boundaries to help yourself feel comfortable<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Talking to others about what you need to feel safe during this time can be difficult, particularly if there are conflicting opinions. Being extra cautious and risk adverse may increase feelings of isolation but taking steps to feel comfortable should be your highest priority. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":85332,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/?attachment_id=85332\",\"mediaType\":\"image\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Christmas-lunch1.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people wearing Christmas hats are sitting at a table that is covered in plates of food.\" class=\"wp-image-85332 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You may ask that people, even your closest family and friends, maintain social distancing during your time together. 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If this is the case, there are lots of other ways you can stay connected such as video calls and messages \u2013 schedule time to connect virtually with your loved ones over a meal or play a game together over FaceTime.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} -->\n<h3>Don\u2019t overdo it<\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Christmas holiday season is a busy time. Overloading your schedule can lead to feelings of stress and fatigue. Plan your days to include enough time for you to rest and recover. Making time to do a simple mindfulness exercise such as <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/news\/mental-impact-of-covid-19\/\">\u2018the five senses\u2019<\/a> or one of our short self-compassion <a href=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/patients-carers\/after-your-diagnosis-title\/mental-health\/resources\/\">guided practices<\/a> can make all the difference.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:cover {\"customOverlayColor\":\"#ffffff\",\"contentPosition\":\"center center\",\"align\":\"full\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff\"><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container\"><!-- wp:media-text {\"mediaId\":20052,\"mediaLink\":\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/lung-foundation-australia\/lfa_mind-matters-digital-assets_home-page-banner-mobile-144ppi\/\",\"mediaType\":\"image\",\"mediaWidth\":56,\"verticalAlignment\":\"center\",\"imageFill\":true} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center is-image-fill\" style=\"grid-template-columns:56% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/LFA_Mind-Matters-Digital-Assets_Home-Page-Banner-Mobile-144ppi.png);background-position:50% 50%\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lungfoundation.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/LFA_Mind-Matters-Digital-Assets_Home-Page-Banner-Mobile-144ppi.png\" alt=\"A pastel background with icons that represent topics including big feelings, care, support, family and mental health.\" class=\"wp-image-20052 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"><!-- wp:heading {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"32px\"},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#000000\"}}} -->\n<h2 class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:32px\"><strong>Your mind matters<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":\"17px\"},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#000000\"}}} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#000000;font-size:17px\">Our mental health hub, Mind Matters, provides information, resources and strategies to help you look after your emotional wellbeing. 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