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Asthma/Chronic Obstructive
Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD,
is a group of lung diseases that cause breathing problems. There
are three diseases included in the COPD group — emphysema,
chronic bronchitis, and asthma. These three diseases have one
thing in common: they limit the flow of air into and out of your
lungs. As a result, a person with COPD may cough, wheeze, have
excess mucous, or feel fatigued and short of breath.
If you have been diagnosed with a lung disease,
gaining as much knowledge as you can and carefully following your
treatment plan are important steps to staying healthy, feeling
good, and doing all the things you want to do. The COPD Education
programs at Munson Healthcare can help you learn to take control
over your lung disease rather than the disease controlling your
life.
Better
Breathing Program
Outpatient
Asthma Education
Better Breathing Program
This self-management program for adults with emphysema, chronic
bronchitis, asthma, and other breathing problems is an eight-class
series offered in a group setting.
Class topics include:
- Lung anatomy, physiology, and lung disease
- Understanding your medications
- Breathing devices and exercises
- Travel tips
- Panic control, stress and relaxation
- Nutrition and lung disease
- Psychological aspects of chronic illness
- Building strength and endurance
- Energy conservation
Class series are offered five times per year; each
series meets Mondays, from 1:30 - 3 pm. Classes are taught by
a variety of health care professionals. There is a fee for this
program. Family members are encouraged to attend at no additional
cost.
Better Breathing classes take place at Munson
Community Health Center and are also available at the following
locations through the REMEC TeleHealth Network:
Call your local hospital for availability. Persons
wishing to attend via interactive television must register prior
to attending by calling 1-800-4-MUNSON (800-468-6766).
Outpatient Asthma Education
Education on asthma will provide you with the knowledge and
skills to keep asthma in good control, so you or your child can
enjoy a healthy, active life.
Education with a Registered Nurse Educator is offered
on an individual basis for adults and children with asthma.
Topics include:
- Understanding asthma
- Asthma triggers
- Steps to prevent asthma episodes
- Understanding asthma medications and how to take
them correctly
- Using a peak flow meter and action plan
- Healthy lifestyle choices
There is a cost for this service, and preregistration
is required. Referral from a physician is required for insurance
reimbursement. For more information, contact
(231) 935-8200 or 1-800-809-8127.
For a listing of all available COPD classes:
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