Northbrook Nonprofit Launches Awareness Campaign on Lung Donation

Northbrook IL

16 November, 2020

8:36 PM

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Nonprofit Three Lakes Foundation announced the release of “Second Wind,” a short documentary that spotlights the need for organ donation and increases awareness of pulmonary fibrosis, a devastating lung disease. Pulmonary fibrosis occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged from scarring. Approximately 40,000 - 50,000 people are diagnosed with PF each year. “We’re extremely proud of how this short film shines a light on PF and lung organ donation,” said Dana Ball, executive director of Three Lakes Foundation. “While nearly 1,500 people actively waited for a lung transplant last year, an additional 2,219 were added to the waiting list. We hope this film will inspire people to consider organ donation. And for those who are experiencing symptoms such as chronic cough and fatigue, we encourage them to visit a doctor as soon as possible.” “Second Wind” is a resource offered by Three Lakes Foundation to advocacy groups and organ procurement organizations to help tell their story and encourage people to take action. The hope is by sharing these personal stories, it might inspire and bring hope to PF patients and their families. To view the video, visit https://prn.to/3nv8AWA