New Brunswick Lung Association
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New Brunswick government funds lung cancer screening program for 2025The New Brunswick government has announced $3.4 million for a lung cancer screening program expected to be implemented by 2025.HealthSep 7, 2023
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Heat warning in effect for most of the MaritimesA heat warning is in effect for all of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, and most of Nova Scotia. Temperatures in the low-30s and humidex values at 40 are expected.WeatherAug 12, 2021
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Sales of radon testing kits skyrocket in New Brunswick after Health Canada campaignRadon gas is the number one cause of lung cancer for non-smokers and it can often seep into homes undetected.EnvironmentJan 29, 2020
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Increase in travel allowance to ‘make a world of difference’ for N.B. lung transplant patientsFunding has gone from $1,500 to $2,500 per month to ease the financial burden for those who must travel out of province for care.HealthJan 3, 2020
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‘Don’t lose sight of this crisis’: Vaping concerns grow in N.B. as more youth partakeEarlier this month, the province's chief medical officer of health confirmed there have been two suspected, vaping-related cases, of pulmonary illness.HealthOct 30, 2019
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Vaping and driving with minors is illegal and poses health risk: NB Lung AssociationThe New Brunswick Lung Association is warning parents who vape not to do so around their kids, especially in an enclosed vehicle.CanadaMay 4, 2017
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New Brunswickers urged to take radon levels in homes more seriouslyA Health Canada survey found 21 per cent of New Brunswick homes had radon levels above the Health Canada guideline.CanadaNov 10, 2016
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Trying to manage asthma during hot, humid days? Here are some tipsThe heat and humidity that comes with summer weather can be troublesome for those suffering with asthma and other respiratory illnesses.HealthMay 31, 2016
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Lung transplant survivors come together in FrederictonLung transplant survivors came together for lunch on Saturday, along with many others who are awaiting transplants.HealthMay 21, 2016
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