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In the meantime, their children will participate in a program designed for them. They will meet with physiotherapists to learn deep-breathing and relaxation exercises. This tends to decrease the anxiety and shortness of breath which the disease can produce. explained Nancarrow-Snow. Children also learn how to recognize the onset of an asthma attack and how to deal with it effectively prrthout becoming panic-stricken. The session concludes A special educational program has been developed for the parents to help them understand and cope with the physical. emotional and behavioral problems common to children with the disease. Parents will have an opportunity to listen to speakers, watch films and discuss the disease with doctors and psychologists. Learning how to dope with [gspiratory illness dilemma Nancarrow-Snow added that the situation seems to be getting worse. While asthma used to be a problem generally associated with young children. symptoms of the disease are becoming increasingly prevalent in adults aged 30 to 40 years, who have never had respiratory problems before. The Family Asthma Clinic is open to children aged five to 12 years who suffer from allergies or asthma. Beth parents _and children are encouraged to attend. "This area is particularly bad for allergies," she explained. "It is one of the highest tor allergies in 099110 and perhaps in all of Canada." The ohjéciive of the respiratory clinics is to help the individual deal with both the physical and psychological symptoms of his disease. Pet With . IBe Waterloo Reglonal Lung Association is helping these with debilitating respiratory diseases help them- selves. The association is sponsoring a series of clinics this (all to assist both the individual and his/her family cope with the changes in lifestyle brought on by the met of respiratory problems. The clinics are open to both children and adults who Stiller from any type of respiratory illness tron! allergies to emphysema. chronic bronchitis and asth- They were organized, said coordinator Pamela ngiqmw-anw, to may} a_ne¢_ad in glue cpmmunity. The House That Service Built Service to you. Service to our community. Our belief is that the youth of today We've undergone many changes, since our represent the future and we are striving to modest beginning in 1973. and in these past help them develop through support and 10 years, the people of Waterloo have helped us sponsorship of Waterloo excellent minor at BK Motors grow in personnel, service. and sports program. facilities. Just as you’ve put your faith in us during Just one more {Why we want you to new that that time, we firmly believe in returning that at BK, our commitment to you 5 ”W103- loyalty through reliable service and oontribu- Ti 1 ll t N tionstothefutureofthiecity. . I will re . Lung Anzaciatlon .i"iiiiiiii"iiiiiii Our Commitment To You, Our Customer, ls Service. or WATERlOO " Unlvonlty A". Sales . BerirfdiGUG Parts 0 Leasing with a hilt-hour swim period. The whole program is geared to reduce the depeer. dency of the asthmatic child on others while atthe same time increasing his self-confidence and salt-sum- ciency. The Adult Breathing Clinic is designed to provide those suffering from respiratory disease with informa. tion "to help them learn and understand what their problems are and what can be done about them," said Nancarrow-Snow. “The sessions are very similar to the children's program.’f she explained. "but geared to adults." - Included in the éessions are dasrtsreathing exercises physical conditioning and an analysis of the individual‘s home environment. "We cheek into the individual's environment. whether Pamela Nancarrow-BitTiir, help them develop through support and sponsorship of Waterloo excellent minor sports program. Juatonemorxtwa-wantyoutotrnowthat at BK, our commitment to you is service. Time will never change that. N WANMu2oAlMmPtttM. WY. m 2.. "tw-PA" 6 The Family Asthma Clinic is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 7 until 8:30 p.m. The Adult Breathing Clinic will start on Tuesday, Oct. l9 at 7:30 until 9:30 p.m. _ Interested persons are asked to pre-register at the Waterloo Regional Lung Association, 92 King St. S., in Waterloo. Participants are also given an opportunity to discuss and share their problems with others who are undergoing the same adjustment and a session with a chaplain is geared to helping them cope with these lifestyle changes. Nartearrow-Snow feels one of the most valuable services, offered by the breathing clinic is the support it gives to those who' attend the sessions. All family members are encouraged to attend so that they will understand both the disease and the limitations it places on the afflicted family member. For an active person who is used to being self-sum- cient and a contributing member to his family and the community, the diagnosis of a disease such as asthma or emphysema can be a terrible blow to his self-esteem, says Nttnearrow-Snow. Many find they are no longer able to hold down a job because of the severe physical limitations the disease imposes on them. "They have psychologi'cal problems related to the change in self-image as a result of becoming a respiratory cripple," she said. "We provide information about prescribed medica- tie, but we lo not alter it," she emphasized. During the first session, a list is made of the medications that each individual is taking. Then each list is examined by a pharmacist and physiotherapist to determine whether there is any duplication in medica, tion. it be the air that he breathes. the food that he eats and drinks. both his living and working conditions. and try to discover any ecological contributing tactor to his diseaaeproceas.” she said. 7 . One absolute rule " the mm clinic is no smoking and those who do smoke are urged to quit. The clinic also acts as a "clearing house" for irtformatimt on medication. Some of those who attend the clinic are taking as many as 25 different medication; explained Nancarrow-Snow. C) BMW C) MAZDA o. VOLVO