👩🏼‍⚕️Farewell to a Lung Health Champion: Barb Walls Retires from NB Lung⚕️

After over a decade of unwavering dedication, NB Lung is bidding a fond farewell to our Director of Health Promotion, Barb Walls. Since 2009, Barb has been a vital part of our organization, tirelessly working to improve lung health in New Brunswick, and building a legacy of compassion and impact.

Her time with us has been marked by countless acts of kindness and support, guiding more than a hundred transplant patients through their challenging journeys, offering them advice, hope, and comfort.

Her passion for public health was evident in her role as a presenter and a lung health advocate. She has delivered smoking cessation programs to schools province-wide, and contributed to lung health strategy committees across the country. Barb had also worked to streamline patient care through improving access to life-saving medications and increasing financial support for New Brunswickers requiring care outside the province, ensuring they receive the assistance they deserve.

As Barb embarks on this new chapter, we’re celebrate her remarkable contributions to lung health and bid her a fond farewell. Though she may be retiring from NB Lung, her impact will continue to resonate, inspiring us all to strive for a healthier, more compassionate world. Thank you for your service, Barb!

💊Accessible pharma care through the

New Brunswick Drug Plan💸

Chronic disease needs pharma care. 

Did you know that over 60% of New Brunswickers live with a chronic disease, and that 1 in 3 New Brunswickers are living without prescription drug coverage? Access to medication as prescribed by a physician is critical to managing chronic conditions, but patients are often forced into a position of having to make financial decisions about whether they can afford to follow their treatment plan. One 2022 study showed that 1 in 5 adults regularly skipped their medication because of cost concerns.

New Brunswick Drug Plan - What's the Deal?  

The New Brunswick Drug Plan is a provincially subsidized pharma care program designed to bridge this gap and help people pay for their prescription medicines. If you live in New Brunswick and need to buy medicine from a pharmacy, enrolling in the plan can make it cheaper. Users pay a monthly membership fee, which allows them access to special low pricing each time they need to buy prescription medication.

Why are NB Lung advocates of the New Brunswick Drug Plan?  

Our work is grounded in Patient Support, Public Education for illness prevention & management. We imagine a world where financial concerns don't dictate a person’s ability to access prescribed care, and public drug coverage programs like the New Brunswick Drug Plan are and important part of achieving this universal access. Learn more about the NB Drug Plan on our website.



🍃Clean Air Everywhere:

Join Us in Celebrating Clean Air Day!⛅

Clean Air Day is fast approaching, and we're excited to raise awareness about the importance of clean air for our health and the environment. This year, on June 5^th, let's come together to advocate for cleaner air and healthier communities.

At NB Lung, we're committed to promoting clean air initiatives and supporting actions that improve air quality. Clean Air Day provides us with an opportunity to educate and empower individuals to make positive changes in their daily lives.

Last year, NB Lung partnered with municipalities across the country to provide free public transit on Clean Air Day. More than 75,000 riders took advantage of free, healthy transportation as part of Clean Air Day. We also worked with schools, NGOs, and community partners to organize events across the country. Join us in raising our voices for Clean Air Everywhere! Check out the Clean Air Day Website to learn more about the day, and find an event near you.



🌷Navigating Spring with Asthma: Tips from NB Lung🤧

As the buds bloom and temperatures rise, Spring brings a breath of fresh air - quite literally. However, for those with asthma, allergies, and other lung health conditions, it can also usher in some challenges.

With the changing seasons comes an increase in pollen levels, triggering allergic reactions and exacerbating asthma symptoms for many. As we navigate this transition, it's essential to stay informed and prepared. We understand the impact of springtime allergies and the role climate change plays in worsening these conditions. Rising temperatures and shifting weather patterns contribute to longer and more intense pollen seasons, affecting respiratory health.

To help you manage your asthma and allergies during this time, we've compiled resources on our website. From practical tips for symptom management to insights into the human health effects of climate change, we're here to support you every step of the way.

Visit our website to access valuable information and resources. Together, we can breathe easier this spring and beyond.