Last night’s Federal Budget includes a new MRFF Mission for Low Survival Cancers specifically acknowledging #lungcancer - a recognition by Mark Butler MP of the need for increased investment. Lung Foundation Australia congratulates the Minister and Govt on this very positive move #LCSM

DYK! That Lung Foundation Australia employs a team of highly qualified Lung Nurses and funds 11 Lung Foundation #Lungcancer Nurses in 10 hospitals across Australia. Patients tell us that this is our more valued area of support. #HappyInternationalNursesDay team

We stand with Tobacco Free Aust & other experts, HPs, parents & educators to urge elected members to pass the #VapingReformsBill . We applaud the Committee’s recommendation to pass the bill but we need members to listen & vote in favour. Mark Butler MP
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These Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander-specific social media tiles have been developed for the @LungFoundation annual Immunisation Campaign: encouraging vaccination against #influenza & #pneumococcal pneumonia: 🔗 bit.ly/3Us631y

Lung Foundation Australia is proud to join hundreds of credible organisations in calling for parliament to pass the new legislation to ensure lung health for future generations.

Dear #PF Community, our webinar on 'Pulmonary Fibrosis and Cough - causes, treatments and quality of life' will take place Thursday, May 9th at 7-8pm CET (6-7pm GMT)! You can still register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…
We look forward to seeing you!

This #WorldPHDay Lung Foundation Australia want to encourage you to keep living your best life with lung disease.

Access our curated support resources for PH and PAH: lungfoundation.com.au/patients-carer…

Did you know in 2023 there were over 128,000 cases of RSV in Australia?

To protect older Australians, an RSV vaccine was approved earlier this year. But is currently only for people aged 60 and over. Talk to your doctor about vaccination!

Learn more: lungfoundation.com.au/patients-carer…

Pneumococcal vaccination is FREE to those aged 70, First Nations people over 50, and people living with some conditions, including bronchiectasis. It is recommended for people living with COPD, but not free for all ages – we are is working to change this.
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Are you
- Pregnant?
- Over 65 years?
- Living with COPD?
- In contact with young children?

Ask your healthcare provider about whooping cough booster vaccination!

Learn more: lungfoundation.com.au/patients-carer…

Keep your guard up against COVID-19 with booster vaccination!

Australians under 65 years in good health should consider a yearly booster. Talk to your healthcare provider!

To find your nearest COVID-19 vaccine service provider visit: healthdirect.gov.au/australian-hea…

Did you know last year, only 30% of Australians aged 15-64 years received the flu jab? Even if you aren’t at high risk of flu, your vaccination helps protect others that are.

Learn more: lungfoundation.com.au/patients-carer…

It's #WorldImmunisationWeek 💉

Being vaccinated is your best protection against disease because it reduces your chances of getting seriously ill.

Check your vaccine recommendations and history with your GP, local pharmacy, Aboriginal Medical Service or council clinic.

Last week our Brisbane office had their annual flu jabs and #COVID19 boosters! 💉

At Lung Foundation Australia we want to see free #FluVaccination for all Australians!

We commend Queensland Government and WA Government for funding free flu vaccination for their residents this flu season.

⁦Lung Foundation Australia⁩ partners with 10 hospitals to employ Specialist #lungcancer Nurses who work hand in hand with our Telephone Support Nurses (watch this space big announcement coming soon). Read Priscilla’s story of how she as supported. #LCSM lungfoundation.com.au/blog/lung-canc…