CPFF Documentary - Breathless for Change

Many of us take breathing for granted. Although it may seem like an effortless act, for people with a rare disease like pulmonary fibrosis (PF), breathing can be a painful and challenging experience.
Despite challenges, patients show amazing resilience and courage. Watch five courageous individuals tell their stories and learn more about pulmonary fibrosis in this Breathless for Change Documentary presented by CPFF.
Dr. Matthew Binnie, Respirologist from Toronto General Hospital shares PF insights, treatment options, management tips, and hope for the future.
Help us celebrate people in the CPFF community who are living with pulmonary fibrosis and those who are no longer with us in our closing tribute at the end of this documentary.
If you or someone you love is experiencing breathing difficulties talk to your doctor. To learn more about pulmonary fibrosis or to help raise awareness, hope, and funds visit cpff.ca
Documentary Highlights
[0:00] The importance of breath
[1:17] Life before pulmonary fibrosis
[2:01] What is pulmonary fibrosis?
[2:52] Diagnosis is lagging and there is a lack of awareness for PF
[6:15] A PF diagnosis is devastating and life-changing
[7:02] As PF progresses, daily activities can be exhausting
[10:11] Discussing PF with family and friends
[11:20] It's common to experience an emotional roller coaster
[12:00] Tips for living life more fully with PF
[13:11] Family, friends, and pets can bring comfort, companionship & joy
[15:29] Medical and supportive treatments
[17:35] CPFF support group benefits
[20:22] Physical activity and nutrition for symptom management
[20:48] Lung transplantation
[23:08] Medication and oxygen access challenges
[24:49] Why raising PF awareness is crucial
[26:22] Why Robert Davidson founded CPFF
[28:40] There is hope for the future
[30:05] A celebration of people who are living with PF in our CPFF community
[30:51] A tribute to those who are no longer with us

[@RhondaGebara]

I am so glad I found this video.

[@CPFF]

We are glad you found it too Rhonda. We invite you to browse our website for more PF educational resources & support groups. cpff.ca/

[@wgmentis9906]

Thank you very much for the useful information

[@CPFF]

You are welcome. Glad it was helpful

[@johndennis3970]

This is worth the 30 minutes to watch.

[@CPFF]

Thanks John for sharing your story.

[@abhishektripathi4171]

My mom is suffering from ipf from last 20 years😢

[@CPFF]

Sorry to hear this Abhishek. This is a devastating disease for both patients and family members. CPFF offers many PF educational resources, patient support groups as well as caregiver support groups. You can find them on our website here cpff.ca/