In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Buckley, President and CEO of the Lung Health Foundation (LHF), and Dr. Dawn Bowdish, scientist and the Executive Director of the Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health and member of the Board of Directors of the LHF. We talk about how asthma, despite being common, can be complicated to diagnose and that many are living with uncontrolled asthma. Jessica and Dawn also share recent survey results of asthma patients’ experience, and how patients can set health goals with an asthma action plan and advocate for better air quality.

Among the highlights in this episode:

01:32: Dawn shares her journey to becoming a leading researcher in respiratory health and her role at the Firestone Institute

01:58: Jessica talks about the mission and impact of the Lung Health Foundation in advocating for lung health across Canada

02:33: Jessica shares her personal motivation driven by family experiences with lung diseases, emphasizing the widespread need for lung health awareness

03:06: Dawn discusses how personal encounters at a gala event deeply influenced her dedication to lung health advocacy

05:34: Dawn explains the medical basics of asthma, its triggers, and the importance of proper diagnosis and management

08:09: Jessica addresses common issues faced by individuals living with asthma, particularly the lack of proper asthma action plans

10:36: Dawn discusses how external factors like air quality and climate change are increasingly important for asthma management

14:20: Jessica explains how the Lung Health Foundation educates the public and advocates for policies to improve lung health

17:21: Jessica discusses a new campaign aimed at enhancing public appreciation for lung health and proactive care

19:14: Dawn and Jessica offer insights into the advancements in asthma treatment and the importance of an effective asthma action plan

21:42: What our hosts learned from this episode

Contact Our Hosts

Steven Newmark, Chief of Policy at GHLF: snewmark@ghlf.org

Zoe Rothblatt, Director of Community Outreach at GHLF: zrothblatt@ghlf.org

A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Associate Director, Digital Production and Engagement at GHLF.

We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to podcasts@ghlf.org

Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.

In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Buckley, President and CEO of the Lung Health Foundation (LHF), and Dr. Dawn Bowdish, scientist and the Executive Director of the Firestone Institute for Respiratory Health and member of the Board of Directors of the LHF. We talk about how asthma, despite being common, can be complicated to diagnose and that many are living with uncontrolled asthma. Jessica and Dawn also share recent survey results of asthma patients’ experience, and how patients can set health goals with an asthma action plan and advocate for better air quality.
Among the highlights in this episode:
01:32: Dawn shares her journey to becoming a leading researcher in respiratory health and her role at the Firestone Institute
01:58: Jessica talks about the mission and impact of the Lung Health Foundation in advocating for lung health across Canada
02:33: Jessica shares her personal motivation driven by family experiences with lung diseases, emphasizing the widespread need for lung health awareness
03:06: Dawn discusses how personal encounters at a gala event deeply influenced her dedication to lung health advocacy
05:34: Dawn explains the medical basics of asthma, its triggers, and the importance of proper diagnosis and management
08:09: Jessica addresses common issues faced by individuals living with asthma, particularly the lack of proper asthma action plans
10:36: Dawn discusses how external factors like air quality and climate change are increasingly important for asthma management
14:20: Jessica explains how the Lung Health Foundation educates the public and advocates for policies to improve lung health
17:21: Jessica discusses a new campaign aimed at enhancing public appreciation for lung health and proactive care
19:14: Dawn and Jessica offer insights into the advancements in asthma treatment and the importance of an effective asthma action plan
21:42: What our hosts learned from this episode
Contact Our Hosts
Steven Newmark, Chief of Policy at GHLF: <a href="mailto:snewmark@ghlf.org">snewmark@ghlf.org</a>
Zoe Rothblatt, Director of Community Outreach at GHLF: <a href="mailto:zrothblatt@ghlf.org">zrothblatt@ghlf.org</a>
A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Associate Director, Digital Production and Engagement at GHLF.
We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to <a href="mailto:podcasts@ghlf.org">podcasts@ghlf.org</a>
Catch up on all our episodes on our website or on your favorite podcast channel.

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life.

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what&rsquo;s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life.

The Health Advocates

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life. The podcast is part of the Global Healthy Living Foundation Podcast Network and hosted by Steven Newmark, Chief of Policy at GHLF, and Zoe Rothblatt, Director of Community Outreach at GHLF.

A podcast that breaks down major health news of the week to help you make sense of it all. Our goal is to help you understand what’s happening in the healthcare world to help you make informed decisions to live your best life. The podcast is part of the Global Healthy Living Foundation Podcast Network and hosted by Steven Newmark, Chief of Policy at GHLF, and Zoe Rothblatt, Director of Community Outreach at GHLF.

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