SPRING, 2020
FRESH AIR A Newsletter for Breathe PA’s Supporters and Friends
It’s hard to believe that just a few short months ago,
make your breathing worse. If your lung disease be-
coronavirus wasn’t even on our radar, while now it is a
comes harder to control, contact your doctor. Don’t wait
word we hear daily. In a short period of time our lives
to seek medical attention.
have changed drastically. We want you to know that
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed
Breathe Pennsylvania remains committed to helping
to this virus. Take precautions to avoid getting sick.
Western Pennsylvanians breathe better and live health-
This includes washing your hands often, avoiding close
ier. We will continue providing you with high-quality,
contact with other people, covering coughs and sneezes,
reputable resources. Our staff continue to work and are
cleaning and disinfecting surfaces regularly, and wear-
available to help.
ing a cloth mask when out in public.
During this time, it is important that you do everything
We recommend that you visit the CDC and PA Depart-
within your power to keep your lung disease under con-
ment of Health websites for more information on coro-
trol. This means taking your medication as prescribed,
navirus. Be informed and take precautions to stay safe.
keeping your equipment clean, and avoiding irritants that
The 7th annual Breathing in the ‘Burgh COPD Cruise has been postponed. We sail again in June of 2021! 3