NL Lung

10/19/2026

Selena Gomez is speaking out about the effects of va**ng, sharing how it has changed her voice and how difficult ni****ne is to quit. Her message to young people is clear: va**ng isn’t worth it!
🫁 For va**ng cessation tips and links to youth prevention resources, visit: www.smokershelp.net/va**ng Photo credit: Frank Sun / WikiPortraits

10/16/2026

People with chronic conditions are at increased risk for complications from respiratory viruses. You can book an appointment for your Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19 vaccine through an NLHS clinic beginning Oct. 19th, or arrange an appointment with your pharmacist or doctor. Visit https://www.timefortheshot.ca/ or call 1-833-951-3884.

10/09/2026

Respiratory illnesses like the flu and RSV spread more easily in the fall and winter. COVID-19 may spread at any time of year. To protect yourself and others:

• Get your recommended vaccines
• Stay home when sick
• Clean your hands regularly

Learn more: https://ow.ly/K4BH50ZSBEU

10/02/2026

This fall, help your patients take the next step toward quitting smoking with our newly reviewed and updated Break the Habit toolkit for .

The toolkit also now includes a new module on delivering culturally sensitive smoking cessation support, with practical guidance on culturally responsive communication and supporting patients from diverse backgrounds.

➡️ Explore what’s new and access the full toolkit: https://ow.ly/SHHC50ZTH98

09/28/2026

Talking with your teen about va**ng can make a difference. Take advantage of situations where you can talk about va**ng – try to understand what they think, know, or have heard about va**ng.

Remember, your goal is to have a meaningful conversation, not to give a lecture. A casual chat about va**ng can keep the door open and build trust for later.

Get more tips at: https://ow.ly/JLRB50ZPN9u

09/28/2026

Important professional development opportunity coming up on Sept. 30:

🗓️One week left until the CTS hosts the final webinar featuring the new evidence-based guideline for the Management of Severe Asthma in Children, Adolescents and Adults on Sept. 30.
🔗Register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1JOhOqVZSl-z7BUhPHTSnw

09/22/2026

The term Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF) describes a family of ~ 200 diseases that cause inflammation (swelling) and scarring in the lung. PF can impact almost every aspect of one’s life because it impairs oxygen transport in the body. If you or someone you love is living with PF, the "Pulmonary Fibrosis Patient Guide" from Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation provides an overview of symptoms and underlying causes, as well as information on how the condition is diagnosed, treated, and managed.https://cpff.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/08_05_2026-CPFF-Patient-Guide-5.5-x-8.5-36pp.pdf
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09/15/2026

A webinar featuring this new resource will be hosted tomorrow (Sept. 16th) by the Canadian Thoracic Society at 7:45pm NL time, register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NTGcuy9BRB6PWtc408P8Ew #/registration

📖The CTS is pleased to announce the online publication of its new evidence-based guideline, Management of Severe Asthma in Children, Adolescents and Adults, in the Canadian Journal of Respiratory, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Access the guideline here: 🔗https://cts-sct.ca/guideline-library/

09/14/2026

Test your Back-to-School Lung Health Knowledge -- and link to important resources.

09/10/2026

New school year. New routines. Important conversations.
Talk with your teen about va**ng, ni****ne and the pressures they may encounter. Start with questions, not assumptions and keep the conversation open.
Health Canada's Tip Sheet: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health/publications/healthy-living/talking-teen-va**ng-tip-sheet-parents.html

Visit www.truthaboutva**ng.ca for more information.