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Join us for a FREE webinar, Be Asthma On-the-Go Re Join us for a FREE webinar, Be Asthma On-the-Go Ready This Summer, on June 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET! ☀️🌬️ Why You Should Attend: From wildfire smoke and smog to heat waves and pollen, summer can be tough on your lungs — especially if you or someone you love lives with asthma. This event is designed to help you stay prepared and in control all season long. Dr. Maya De Zoysa, Respirologist at West Nipissing General Hospital and Assistant Professor at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, will share her expert advice on how to protect your lungs during the summer months. What You’ll Learn: ✨ Common summer asthma triggers — and how to avoid them ✨ How heat, air pollution, and allergens affect your breathing ✨ Tips to manage symptoms on-the-go and reduce flare-ups ✨ Tools and resources to help you stay safe, active, and informed 🗓️ Mark your calendars for June 18 at 2:00 PM ET and register now to secure your spot! Register through the link in our story! 💙 We can’t wait to see you there!
Today is #CleanAirDay in Canada, a national remind Today is #CleanAirDay in Canada, a national reminder to recognize how important clean air is to our health, our environment, and our future. For over 4.6 million people living with asthma in Canada, clean air is a critical part of staying healthy and safe. Air pollution from wildfires, smog, cigarette smoke, and chemicals can trigger asthma symptoms and lead to serious attacks. Clean air saves lives.
With wildfires already affecting many parts of Can With wildfires already affecting many parts of Canada, we want to make sure you're prepared to stay safe—especially if you or a loved one is living with asthma. Wildfire smoke is a serious concern—especially for people with asthma. It contains harmful pollutants, including fine particulate matter that can settle deep in the lungs and worsen asthma symptoms. Even if you live far from a wildfire, smoke can travel thousands of kilometers and still impact your health. If you have asthma, it's essential to take precautions. Here are our 6 top tips for staying safe during wildfire season. Visit our website for more information and supports. #asthma #wildfires #wildfireseason
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER: Join us tonight at 7 PM LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER: Join us tonight at 7 PM ET for Asthma: Stories From the Community — a powerful webinar featuring real voices, raw stories, and resilient journeys. Hear from Vibhas Bapat, Adrienne Lam Jacqueline Murdoch, and Josh Rheaume. Register now through our story!
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