Photo above includes Two of our speakers, a Therapist, & 2 patients shown above. Left to right: Glenn (Alpha 1), Miriam O'Day-a Lobbyist from Washington, DC. who spoke on Medicare changes and OxygenTravel, Brenda , a pulmonary rehab respiratory therapist, Lyn a COPD patient, and Dr. Robert Sandhaus, pulmonalogist specialist in Alpha 1, who gave a talk on Alpha 1.
Whatever was being said was getting a laugh. Interaction at these education days - between the respiratory professionals and manufacturers, or - vendors, is so helpful to patients by giving them a chance to ask questions in a non-medical scene. This also offers the rare opportunity for professionals to see their patients in the 'outside' world. I have heard it said that they (some medical persons) "don't want to see their patients any more than they have to"...guess that could go both ways. Oh well, the ones who do show up are generally amongst the most caring, concerned and sensitive individuals. The tired and jaded ones are entitled to be just that, tired and jaded. They are a very overworked group.
All assisting or speaking at our conference volunteered their time to be at this Saturday event...that in itself should say something. These are some of the best, along with Dr. Thomas L. Petty who backed us financially with his Snowdrift Pulmonary Conference, COPD. Dr. Tom is the ultimate example of a truly caring compassionate doctor. Thanks go out to everyone helping this and other conferences to "be". roxlyngcd@comcast.exercise endurance long walk today, 6.2 miles =1:45:05 . Fun part - through the park, was "Summer Fest" which included all sorts of booths along with Dog shows and the Police displays including bomb squad, dog training, rescue stations, etc. . A couple of little kids asked about my two high flow liquid oxygen tanks in my baby jogger stroller. They were convinced it was some sort of robot. (so young as to not know what a robot is).
Eat well, be prepared:
***** The 13 Most Powerful Super Foods*****a must readhttp://www.everydayhealth.com/photogallery/superfoods.aspx?xid=nl_EverydayHealth
Disaster Preparation and Recovery:Preparing for a disaster can reduce the fear, anxiety and losses that disasters cause. A disaster can be a natural disaster, like ahurricane,tornado,floodorearthquake. It might also be man-made, like abioterrorist attackorchemical spill. You should know the risks and danger signs of different types of disasters. You should also have a disaster plan. Be ready to evacuate your home, and know how to treat basic medical problems. Make sure you have the insurance you need, including special types, like flood insurance. No matter what kind of disaster you experience, it causesemotional distress. After a disaster, recovery can take time. Stay connected to your family and friends during this period. Federal Emergency Management Agencyhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESSBefore buying a generator, make a wish listhttp://www.miamiherald.com/business/real-estate/story/681464.html
Photo above includes Two of our speakers, a Therapist, & 2 patients shown above. Left to right: Glenn (Alpha 1), Miriam O'Day-a Lobbyist from Washington, DC. who spoke on Medicare changes and OxygenTravel, Brenda , a pulmonary rehab respiratory therapist, Lyn a COPD patient, and Dr. Robert Sandhaus, pulmonalogist specialist in Alpha 1, who gave a talk on Alpha 1.
Whatever was being said was getting a laugh. Interaction at these education days - between the respiratory professionals and manufacturers, or - vendors, is so helpful to patients by giving them a chance to ask questions in a non-medical scene. This also offers the rare opportunity for professionals to see their patients in the 'outside' world. I have heard it said that they (some medical persons) "don't want to see their patients any more than they have to"...guess that could go both ways. Oh well, the ones who do show up are generally amongst the most caring, concerned and sensitive individuals. The tired and jaded ones are entitled to be just that, tired and jaded. They are a very overworked group.
All assisting or speaking at our conference volunteered their time to be at this Saturday event...that in itself should say something. These are some of the best, along with Dr. Thomas L. Petty who backed us financially with his Snowdrift Pulmonary Conference, COPD. Dr. Tom is the ultimate example of a truly caring compassionate doctor. Thanks go out to everyone helping this and other conferences to "be". roxlyngcd@comcast.exercise endurance long walk today, 6.2 miles =1:45:05 . Fun part - through the park, was "Summer Fest" which included all sorts of booths along with Dog shows and the Police displays including bomb squad, dog training, rescue stations, etc. . A couple of little kids asked about my two high flow liquid oxygen tanks in my baby jogger stroller. They were convinced it was some sort of robot. (so young as to not know what a robot is).
Eat well, be prepared:
***** The 13 Most Powerful Super Foods*****a must readhttp://www.everydayhealth.com/photogallery/superfoods.aspx?xid=nl_EverydayHealth
Disaster Preparation and Recovery:Preparing for a disaster can reduce the fear, anxiety and losses that disasters cause. A disaster can be a natural disaster, like ahurricane,tornado,floodorearthquake. It might also be man-made, like abioterrorist attackorchemical spill. You should know the risks and danger signs of different types of disasters. You should also have a disaster plan. Be ready to evacuate your home, and know how to treat basic medical problems. Make sure you have the insurance you need, including special types, like flood insurance. No matter what kind of disaster you experience, it causesemotional distress. After a disaster, recovery can take time. Stay connected to your family and friends during this period. Federal Emergency Management Agencyhttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html
HURRICANE PREPAREDNESSBefore buying a generator, make a wish listhttp://www.miamiherald.com/business/real-estate/story/681464.html