We are busy putting together a full programme of Your Breathing Matters sessions for the rest of 2022, each with a different focus. The sessions will be hosted by Michelle Duffy, one of NHS Highland's specialist respiratory nurses. Look out for updates, as speakers are confirmed.
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Date |
Topic |
Speakers |
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October 25th 1-2pm |
Are you getting the best from your inhalers? How can I use Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS) to help me keep well? |
Respiratory Pharmacist Debbie Sutherland, community support services manager CHSS |
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Dec 7th 1-2pm |
Are you winter ready? |
NHS Highland community respiratory nurse team |
You are welcome to sign up for just one session, or all of them, depending on your needs and interests. If you would like to suggest other topics, please let us know at: nhsh.communityrespiratoryteam@nhs.scot
Sessions will be continuing beyond 2022, with topics likely to include:
- Support groups available in the Highlands and how they can help
- Identifying and managing anxiety and looking after your mental wellbeing
- Pulmonary rehab – what it is and why it is important
- Respiratory conditions – diagnosis, treatment, progression
- Advice about discussing what matters to me and advanced care planning
- What to do when you have a flare up – medication and other interventions
- What you should expect from your GP and practice nurse
- How the specialist respiratory nurses work & what they have to offer
- When to call an ambulance & how the paramedics decide what to do next
- How housing can impact on your respiratory health and what to do about it
- Introducing you to the Highland’s peer support groups
- Advice about healthy eating including food choices, frequency, portion size
- Coping with loss and bereavement
- Caring for somebody with a respiratory condition and taking care of yourself
Technology: The Your Breathing Matters sessions will use the Near Me group video conferencing technology – which is very simple to use. All you need is:
- PC, laptop, smartphone or tablet
- Reliable internet connection
- Chrome or Safari internet browser
For more information about using Near Me, please visit the national Near Me website, where you will find an FAQ and technical information. There is local Near Me information at: NHS Highland - Near Me and you can make a test call at: Near Me Test Call
Limited places: Only 30 people can attend each session, with places allocated on a first come first served basis – so book your place early, to avoid disappointment. If you aren't able to attend on the day, please let us know as soon as possible, so your place can be offered to someone else.
