The ‘You, Me & COPD‘ roadshow is coming to the Tesco Extra in Pendleton to provide a safe space for people living with the lung condition.
Residents will be able to visit the mobile hub this weekend on July 27 and 28 where people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and their loved ones will be able to access information and support.
According to reports, Salford faces a higher prevalence and mortality rate from COPD compared to the rest of England.
Recent Chiesi survey data revealed that 78 per cent of COPD patients in the North West want further support to better manage the mental/emotional impact of COPD.
The survey also concluded that 74 per cent of COPD patients in the North West have felt less able to take part in social activities as a result of their condition, higher than any other surveyed region across the UK..
When visiting the bespoke mobile hub, people living with COPD and their friends and family members are able to access information, support and speak to healthcare professionals such as nurses and pharmacists onsite about the condition without judgement.
A local healthcare professional will also be on-site, alongside a representative from Asthma + Lung UK, to share information on local COPD support services and direct patients to safe spaces beyond the mobile hub.
Dr Andy Whittamore, clinical lead at Asthma + Lung UK, said: “If you are in the Salford area living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), drop into the You, Me and COPD Roadshow if you can.
It’s worrying to see the results of Chiesi’s survey showing the negative impact COPD has on people’s ability to take part in social activities, which are such an important part of our lives.
“At the COPD hub, you’ll be able to talk in confidence to an Asthma + Lung UK healthcare advisor, who will be able to give you advice and tips on ways to best manage and live well with your condition. At Asthma + Lung UK we’re proud to be part of this important initiative, which has already helped so many people living with COPD.”
For more information about the roadshow, please visit www.youmeandcopd.co.uk
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