Most of us take for granted the simple act of breathing. But for the person coping with respiratory problems, breathing often changes from a simple act to a labored task. The Respiratory Care department at Saint Margaret Mercy Healthcare Centers is here to help you breathe easier. The department offers specially designed programs for patients with respiratory problems and takes an active role in educating the community about pulmonary diseases. Our team of highly trained professionals can show you how to live with or adjust to your condition and how to improve your quality of life.
All programs are available for in- and outpatients, as well as, external groups.
The second phase is a series of exercise classes that teach proper breathing techniques for building endurance. Asthma program Saint Margaret Mercy's Asthma program includes sessions for adults, and for children 6 years of age and older. The Respiratory Care department also provides education for parents of younger children. The Asthma program helps patients learn to recognize and manage symptoms that initiate asthma attacks. Patients receive instruction on triggers, how to properly take medication, and how to live a more normal life by taking control of asthma.