Name: LUNG FORCE Expo
Start: 07/12/2021 01:30 PM +00:00
End: 08/12/2021 11:00 PM +00:00

FSR is actively working with the world leaders in sarcoidosis, investing in innovative, patient-centered research efforts and providing educational resources, support, and opportunities to accelerate research to patients worldwide.
Our Mission The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research is the nation&rsquo;s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure for this disease and to improving care for sarcoidosis patients. Since its establishment in 2000, FSR has fostered over $5 million in sarcoidosis-specific research efforts and has worked diligently to provide resources to thousands.
&nbsp; Finding a Cure FSR provides funding and collaborations for research and initiatives which focus on the understanding of sarcoidosis, addresses the causes of the disease, counters the suffering of patients, and advances the potential for a cure. Through collaborations and partnerships with the pharmaceutical industry, biotech companies, medical institutes and professionals, academic institutes, researchers, and patients from across the globe, FSR is producing game-changing initiatives toward a cure. In the years ahead, the Foundation looks forward to increasing our investment to find innovative breakthroughs which will provide treatments, therapies and a cure for the disease.
Educating and Resourcing Patients and the Public Patients can be KEY elements in progress toward better treatments and a cure! FSR educates and connects patients with opportunities to become involved by becoming knowledgeable about sarcoidosis research. This includes participating in clinical trials, tissue donation programs, patient registries and shared data for research. FSR also offers annual conferences, webinars and comprehensive educational materials for people across the globe living with sarcoidosis, and connects patients to each other for support and enabling a larger impact. More than 46,000 members from all 50 states and nearly 80 countries have joined our free Stop Sarcoidosis Online Support Community. Thousands more are helped through in-person support groups under the umbrella of FSR. We are committed to informing the public about the disease and the dire need for increased funding, as this will in turn advance research and an understanding of the disease.
FSR believes in the power of many to join forces for true game-changing results in sarcoidosis research. The quality of life &nbsp;&ndash; and life itself &ndash; of thousands of patients depends on a true collaborative process. Only then will we see true results.

Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Our principles for caring for the whole person started more than 150 years ago with the founders of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. We continue to help the people in our care create a life of whole health by healing their bodies, strengthening their minds and lifting their spirits. Today, AdventHealth is one of the largest health care providers in the United States, with thousands of compassionate professionals working to Extend the Healing Ministry of Christ around the country.

AdventHealth

Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization committed to clinical practice, education and research, providing expert, whole-person care to everyone who needs healing.

Mayo Clinic

The Temple Lung Center is the nation's first, entirely multidisciplinary hub for thoracic medicine and surgery. &nbsp;Bringing together basic science and clinical faculty, collaboration among specialties reinforces Temple&rsquo;s leadership in lung transplantation, thoracic surgery, acute and chronic care of pulmonary diseases, clinical and scientific research, and medical education.
The Temple Lung Center is part of Temple University Health System (TUHS)&nbsp; -&nbsp; a $2.2 billion academic health system dedicated to providing access to quality patient care and supporting excellence in medical education and research. The Health System consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH); TUH-Episcopal Campus; TUH-Northeastern Campus; The Hospital of Fox Chase Cancer Center and Affiliates, an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center; Jeanes Hospital, a community-based hospital offering medical, surgical, and emergency services; Temple Transport Team, a ground and air-ambulance company; Temple Physicians, Inc., a network of community-based specialty and primary-care physician practices; and Temple Faculty Practice Plan, Inc., TUHS&rsquo;s physician practice plan comprised of more than 500 full-time and part-time academic physicians in 20 clinical departments. TUHS is affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
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Temple Health refers to the health, education and research activities carried out by the affiliates of Temple University Health System (TUHS) and by the Katz School of Medicine. &nbsp;TUHS neither provides nor controls the provision of health care. All health care is provided by its member organizations or independent health care providers affiliated with TUHS member organizations. Each TUHS member organization is owned and operated pursuant to its governing documents.&nbsp;
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It is the policy of Temple University Health System that there shall be no exclusion from, or participation in, and no one denied the benefits of, the delivery of quality medical care on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, disability, age, ancestry, color, national origin, physical ability, level of education, or source of payment.
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Temple Lung Center

The American Lung Association has a variety of lung cancer resources available for you to share within your communities. Check out the following resources or visit <a href="https://lung.org/lungcancer" target="_blank" rel="noopener">lung.org/lungcancer</a> to learn more.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.lung.org/help-support/lung-helpline-and-tobacco-quitline" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lung HelpLine</a> Staffed by registered nurses and respiratory therapists, the Lung Cancer HelpLine provides free lung cancer counseling and support. Talking with an expert can help ease some of your fears and provide you with the support you need.&nbsp;
1-800-LUNGUSA | HelpLineInfo@Lung.org | <a href="https://Lung.org/helpline" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lung.org/helpline</a> 
Connect with Others Our Lung Cancer Survivors group on Inspire.com can help build your support network and give you a place to chat with other people facing lung cancer.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.inspire.com/groups/american-lung-association-lung-cancer-survivors/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lung.org/community</a> 
Lung Cancer Mentors Become a Mentor Angel or request a Mentor Angel through our partnership with Imerman Angels.&nbsp; <a href="https://Lung.org/cancer-mentor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lung.org/cancer-mentor</a> 
Better Breathers Network&nbsp; The American Lung Association <a href="https://www.lung.org/help-support/better-breathers-network" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Better Breathers Network</a> is a nationwide, online patient support program providing lung disease management tools and virtual support groups.  Anyone can join the Better Breathers Network. Signing up for the network is free and will provide direct access to education, support and connection to others also living with chronic lung disease.&nbsp;
Get Involved Join our nationwide movement to increase awareness and understanding of lung cancer, promote research and advocacy, and fight for a life free of lung disease for everyone. <a href="https://LUNGFORCE.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LUNGFORCE.org</a>
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Lung Cancer Resources

The American Lung Association offers a variety of trainings, facilitator certifications, Continuing Medical Education Conferences and other ongoing education for healthcare professionals.&nbsp;
These conferences feature leading experts in lung health and respiratory care, providing state-of-the-art education and trends in diagnosis and treatment of patients with lung disease. Check out a list of our upcoming medical education conferences <a href="https://www.lung.org/professional-education" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HERE</a>.&nbsp;
Visit our Training &amp; Certification page to find information on how to become a certified facilitator for American Lung Association programs, including Freedom From Smoking or Better Breathers Clubs.&nbsp;
The American Lung Association also has a podcast, called Lungcast&trade; that spotlights conversations with researchers, physicians, patients and advocates about hot topics impacting lung health.

Professional Education

Clean air is essential for healthy lungs. The American Lung Association works to ensure that the air we breathe is clean and safe from harmful pollution. Learn more about how polluted air can make you sick and what we can do to improve air quality for everyone.
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. The American Lung Association's <a href="https://lung.training/courses/radon-basics.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Radon Basics course</a> is a free one-hour interactive online learning program designed to help people understand more about radon, a radioactive gas commonly found indoors at dangerous levels.
This course is ideal for healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses, community health workers, and public environmental health educators&mdash;in short, anyone who is engaged in encouraging people to adopt behaviors that protect their health. This course also offers a certificate for professional education credits upon completion.
Below are links to additional clean air topics:
<a href="https://www.lung.org/research/sota/air-quality-facts" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Air Quality Facts</a>
<a href="https://www.lung.org/research/sota/health-risks" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Health Risks-Health Impact of Air Pollution</a>
<a href="https://www.lung.org/policy-advocacy/healthy-air-campaign/healthy-air-resources/a-declaration-on-climate-change-and-health" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Climate Change- The health impacts of climate change demand immediate action.</a>
<a href="https://www.lung.org/clean-air/emergencies-and-natural-disasters" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Emergencies and Natural Disasters - Wildfires, flooding, hurricanes and other natural events can create unhealthy air, especially for people with lung disease.</a>

Clean Air

The American Lung Association believes everyone can quit tobacco and is committed to ensuring everyone has access to treatment to help them overcome their addiction to all tobacco products. Check out the following resources to share in your community or visit <a href="https://lung.org/quit-smoking" target="_blank" rel="noopener">lung.org/quit-smoking</a> to learn more. &nbsp;
Resource Hub for Tobacco Cessation
These websites includes a resource library, on-demand webcasts, podcasts, and more.
<a href="http://www.lung.org/policy-advocacy/tobacco/cessation/technical-assistance/resource-library" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.lung.org/policy-advocacy/tobacco/cessation/technical-assistance/resource-library</a>
<a href="https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/join-freedom-from-smoking/resources/facilitator-resources/tobacco-use-hispanic-latino-communities-toolkit" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/join-freedom-from-smoking/resources/facilitator-resources/tobacco-use-hispanic-latino-communities-toolkit&nbsp;</a>
The Health Effects of Smoking with Asthma
This site includes resources, programs and support links.
<a href="http://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/asthma/asthma-symptoms-causes-risk-factors/smoking-with-asthma" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/asthma/asthma-symptoms-causes-risk-factors/smoking-with-asthma</a>
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Talk About Vaping
Includes information for parents on talking with their tweens about vaping via the Get Your Head Out of the Cloud Campaign. Includes a personalized conversation guide.
<a href="http://www.talkaboutvaping.org" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.talkaboutvaping.org</a>
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Links to E-Cigarette Resources 
Includes sharable links and resources on e-cigarettes.
<a href="http://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/e-cigarettes-vaping" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.lung.org/quit-smoking/e-cigarettes-vaping</a>
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Tobacco Basics
Free 1-hour online course that addresses all types of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vaping devices; the effects of tobacco use on the human body and brain; nicotine dependence and why quitting is so challenging; proven policies that protect public health from the toll of tobacco, and the programs available to help all tobacco users successfully quit for good.
<a href="https://lung.training/courses/tobacco-basics.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">lung.training/courses/tobacco-basics.html</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;
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Tobacco/E-Cigarettes/Vaping Resources
Ask, Advise, Refer to Quit, Don&rsquo;t Switch
This free updated 1-hour online course training based on the CDC&rsquo;s Ask&ndash;Advise&ndash;Refer model, utilizes tools and strategies for conducting an effective brief tobacco intervention with patients identified as tobacco users, including e-cigarettes. This course is for healthcare professionals who may have direct patient contact and may initiate a brief tobacco intervention.
<a href="https://lung.training/courses/ask-advise-refer-to-quit-dont-switch.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">lung.training/courses/ask-advise-refer-to-quit-dont-switch.html</a>
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Freedom from Smoking&reg; Facilitator Training
This 8-hour certificate training course prepares facilitators to conduct the Freedom From Smoking adult cessation program using techniques based on (online or in person) pharmacological and psychological principles and methods designed to help&nbsp;tobacco users gain control over their behavior and break their addiction.
<a href="http://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/join-freedom-from-smoking/become-a-facilitator" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.lung.org/quit-smoking/join-freedom-from-smoking/become-a-facilitator</a>
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Online Support Program&nbsp; Join the American Lung Association's Quit Now: Freedom From Smoking&reg; Quit Smoking Support Group and Discussion Community to connect with other quit journey participants and supporters - this is a great free resource for clinic participants and FFS Facilitators!&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.inspire.com/groups/freedom-from-smoking/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.inspire.com/groups/freedom-from-smoking/</a>

Agenda

Speakers10 Speakers

Emily Reising

Larry Pruitt

Bill Field

Margaret Johnson

Jacquelyn Nixon

John Travaline

Deborah Brown

Stacey Mortenson

Marcy Ballman

Zach Jump

Booth8 Booth

Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

AdventHealth

Mayo Clinic

Temple Lung Center

Lung Cancer Resources

Professional Education

Clean Air

Tobacco Cessation

Agenda

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Emily Reising

Larry Pruitt

Bill Field

Margaret Johnson

Jacquelyn Nixon

John Travaline

Deborah Brown

Stacey Mortenson

Marcy Ballman

Zach Jump

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Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research

AdventHealth

Mayo Clinic

Temple Lung Center

Lung Cancer Resources

Professional Education

Clean Air

Tobacco Cessation

Speakers10 Speakers

Booth8 Booth