In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs Inspired Breathing hosts Lori and Trent have a conversation with Dr. Connie Yang, Pediatric Respirologist at Toronto’s SickKids. In their conversation with Dr. Yang they will explore recent changes to asthma management for kids and also talk about what the future holds in terms of research directions, and disease remission.  This episode is sponsored by GSK. About Dr. Connie Yang Dr. Connie Yang is a pediatric respirologist at the Hospital for Sick Children where she is the Medical Director of their Asthma Program and the Scientific Director of the Ontario Asthma Surveillance Information System.  She has participated in the development of multiple provincial and national asthma guidelines.  Her research interest is identifying children who are at risk for poor asthma outcomes, with the goal of providing more targeted treatments.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs Inspired Breathing, hosts Lori and Trent have a conversation with Dr. Cora Constantinescu, pediatrician and infectious disease physician at Alberta Children’s Hospital. With RSV making headlines and spreading more widely each season, Dr. Constantinescu helps us unpack what this virus means for infants, who is most at risk, and what families can do to protect their little ones. From prevention strategies for pregnant individuals to the role of antibody therapies and the latest vaccine developments, Dr. Constantinescu brings clarity, compassion, and science to a topic on the minds of many caregivers. Whether you’re a parent, health professional, or someone who cares about community wellness, this conversation offers timely, evidence-based insights into one of the most pressing respiratory threats facing infants today. This episode is sponsored by Sanofi Canada. About Dr. Cora ConstantinescuDr. Cora Constantinescu is a Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist at Alberta Children’s Hospital and a leading advocate for vaccine confidence. With a focus on preventing serious illness in children and building public trust in immunization, she works at the intersection of clinical care, communication, and public health.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs, Inspired Breathing hosts Lori and Trent have a conversation with Dr. Kyle Brown, Associate Director, Field Medical Advisor for Moderna Canada. In their conversation, they will explore mRNA as a technology and learn why it is such a good fit for vaccines and other therapies.  This episode is sponsored by Moderna Canada.About Dr. Kyle BrownKyle is the Associate Director, Field Medical Advisor for Moderna Canada, and brings his expertise in Medical Affairs & Medical Information to our conversation today. Kyle obtained his B.Sc and Ph.D in Medical Microbiology from the University of Manitoba as well as completed a post-doctoral research role with the Vaccine & Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) at the University of Saskatchewan. He has a broad history of working in the pharmaceutical industry with both US and Canadian-based healthcare providers. Kyle's experience focuses on infectious disease, human & animal vaccine development, molecular biology, mRNA technology and cardiovascular-based pharmaceuticals. 

In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs Inspired Breathing hosts, Lori and Trent will be talking with Dr. George Zhanel from the Max Rady College of Medicine at the University of Manitoba. In this conversation, they will uncover everything we should know about RSV and other respiratory viruses and vaccines.

In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs, Inspired Breathing hosts, Lori and Trent, are joined by Lung Saskatchewan nurses and respiratory educators Jill and Jaimie to talk about wildfires. Listen in to find out who is most at risk when air quality is poor due to wildfires, and what to do to stay well both indoors and outdoors.This episode is sponsored in part by SaskEnergy. Thank you to CTV Saskatoon for promoting this episode.About the Episode GuestsJill Hubick is the Manager of Community Care and Education for Lung Saskatchewan.  Among her roles, Jill provides patient support and education, and is an advocate for stronger provincial services and resources for patients with lung disease, and in her work strives to make the patient journey an easier one. Jaimie Peters is the Manager of Community Care and Home Oxygen for Lung Saskatchewan. Among her roles, Jaimie manages the Saskatchewan Aids to Independent Living (SAIL) home oxygen tester training program, provides tester support, and also manages the nocturnal oxygen testing program for rural parts of the province. 

In this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs, Inspired Breathing hosts, Lori and Trent have a lively conversation with Dr. Baljit Singh, Vice President of Research at the University of Saskatchewan. Dr. Singh will talk about his early days as a young researcher and how Lung Sask supported his research work in lung health. Dr. Singh will also speak to the strength of Saskatchewan research, the importance of investing in research, and will connect how research contributes to health and wellness. This episode is sponsored in part by the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.About Dr. Baljit SinghDr. Baljit Singh is a highly accomplished researcher, educator and administrator in the field of veterinary medicine, with specific expertise in lung biology and anatomy. He began his role as Vice-President Research at the University of Saskatchewan in 2021, after serving as Dean of the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (2016 – 2020), and as Associate Dean of Research at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan (2010 – 2016). He also was a Special Advisor (Experiential Learning) to the Provost (2010-2012) at the University of Saskatchewan. Recently, he served on a seven-member Advisory Panel on the Canadian Federal Research Support System.

Healthcare professionals, in this episode of Let’s Talk Lungs, Inspired Breathing hosts Lori and Trent sit down with Dr. Brianne Philipenko, Respirologist in the Division of Respirology, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan, to talk about what’s new in the treatment of severe asthma. Tune in to find out just how far we have come in the management of severe asthma. About Dr. Brianne Philipenko Dr. Philipenko is a Saskatoon respirologist and an Assistant Professor in the Division of Respirology at the University of Saskatchewan.  She completed her medical training at the University of Saskatchewan, followed by her respirology training at the University of Calgary. She acquired an additional fellowship in severe asthma at the University of Calgary.   Severe asthma remains her primary clinical and research area of interest.   

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with episode three of Let’s Talk Lungs! Nurse Jill chats with Dr. Samir Gupta on a vital topic: How’s Your Lung Life? Discover expert insights and practical tips to love and care for your lungs. Don’t miss this special episode—your lungs will thank you!

Healthcare professionals, don’t miss this episode of Let's Talk Lungs where you will hear Lung Sask Inspired Breathing hosts Lori and Trent have a conversation with Dr. Shane Shapera from the Toronto General Hospital. In this episode, they will take a deep dive into everything you need to know about ILD (interstitial lung disease).

In the premiere episode of Let's Talk Lungs, Dr. Alex Wong shares expert tips on protecting yourself from RSV, a common lung infection. Hosted by Nurse Jill, this episode offers practical advice for safeguarding your lung health. Don't miss out—tune in for essential insights!