Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre - Asthma Education Program

Application

Requires booked appointment

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Indigenous people living in the Rainy River District both on/off-reserve

Fees

None

Contacts

Randi Fulford - Primary Care Asthma Program Coordinator
807-274-3131 * rfulford@gizhac.com

Languages

English

Language Note

Ojibway, available upon request

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides information about asthma and works closely with patient and physician to determine a diagnosis and treatment plan for individual
Offers information about:

Effects of a chronic disease on the lungs
Inhaler and aerochamber techniques
Physiology of asthma
Types of medications and their effect on controlling and managing asthma