2019 Respiratory Care Week started Sunday, Oct. 20 and runs through Saturday, Oct. 26.
"This is a great chance to reach out to our community, patients, and colleagues, and share your story," said Lil O'Neill, NSRC president. "Let them know about the many unique benefits respiratory therapists bring each day to patient care."
The NSRC is presentig a Respiratory Care Student Workshop for students considering a profession as a respiratory therapist. It features workshops and presentations on what students need to know about working as an RT.
The session is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25. It will be held at the Eastern Nebraska 4-H Center, 21520 W Highway 31 in Gretna. Registration starts at 8:15 a.m.
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Healthcare providers are invited to join the American Lung Association in Omaha at a forum to learn about the latest in treatments, medications, resources and research in lung cancer and other lung diseases to help those living with lung disease lead healthier, active lives.
The event will be held Nov. 6 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Scott Conference Center, 6450 Pine Street in Omaha. Space is limited.
Topics include Small Cell Lung Cancer, Palliative Care, E-cigarette/Vaping, Sleep Disorders & Lung Diseases, Care & Trends in Cystic Fibrosis, and more.
The NSRC has created a new newsletter for its members. Click here to see the first issue.
Three respiratory therapists and NSRC members were honored as Therapists of the Year at the 2019 State Conference in May.
Winners are: