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ARDS Alliance Inc A not for profit organization founded by real people impacted by ARDS.

When the lungs can’t provide enough oxygen on their own, VV ECMO can provide critical temporary support.VV ECMO — veno-v...
10/12/2026

When the lungs can’t provide enough oxygen on their own, VV ECMO can provide critical temporary support.

VV ECMO — veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation — removes blood from the body, adds oxygen, removes carbon dioxide, and returns the oxygenated blood to the circulation.

This allows severely injured lungs time to rest and recover while the heart continues to do its own work.

For some patients with severe respiratory failure, including severe ARDS, ECMO can serve as a bridge to recovery — and in certain cases, a bridge to lung transplantation.

Understanding treatments like ECMO helps patients and families better navigate the complex world of critical care.

Learn more at ARDSAlliance.org

Plain language belongs in every ARDS and ECMO conversation.When families are scared, clear words can make the next step ...
10/11/2026

Plain language belongs in every ARDS and ECMO conversation.

When families are scared, clear words can make the next step feel possible. It helps patients, caregivers, and care teams stay grounded in the same plan.

I’ve seen how much calmer a room feels when someone explains things simply.

Share this with someone who needs clearer conversations.

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I’ve seen how fast ECMO questions can pile up when your family is already scared.A few simple questions can help:What is...
10/10/2026

I’ve seen how fast ECMO questions can pile up when your family is already scared.

A few simple questions can help:
What is ECMO supporting right now?
What is the main goal for my loved one?
What should we expect from the care team today?

You do not need to understand everything at once. You just need enough clarity to feel steadier in the moment.

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Last fall, I learned how much a steady routine can matter on a hard day.For people affected by ARDS or ECMO, small habit...
10/10/2026

Last fall, I learned how much a steady routine can matter on a hard day.

For people affected by ARDS or ECMO, small habits can bring a little more calm when everything feels uncertain.

A few that can help:
- Keep your morning simple.
- Drink water before the day gets busy.
- Step outside for fresh air when you can.
- Write down one thing you need today.
- Ask for help early, not after you’re exhausted.

These small choices won’t fix everything. They can make the day feel more manageable.

Share your own fall self-care habit

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Lung Transplant Awareness DayOctober 9, 2026, is an opportunity to recognize the life-changing impact of lung transplant...
10/09/2026

Lung Transplant Awareness Day
October 9, 2026, is an opportunity to recognize the life-changing impact of lung transplantation and the extraordinary generosity that makes it possible.

For people living with advanced, life-threatening lung disease, transplantation can offer something once thought impossible: a second chance to breathe, regain independence, spend more time with loved ones, and experience life beyond severe lung disease.

Today we honor lung transplant recipients and their families, remember the donors whose gifts made new beginnings possible, recognize donor families for their remarkable generosity, and thank the transplant teams who make these journeys possible.

We also raise awareness of the continuing need for organ donation, because behind every transplant is a donor whose final gift gave someone else another tomorrow.

More lungs. More tomorrows. Lung transplants change lives.

Rick Bressler, this one's for you, we're all thinking of you and your second full lung transplant. You're an inspiration and our hero.

10/09/2026

When families hear ARDS or ECMO for the first time, the first weeks can feel unreal.

What families often need most is simple, steady support. Clear explanations. Honest updates. Someone who can help them understand what comes next.

That kind of support can make the unknown feel a little less heavy.

Learn more in our link in bio

https://ardsalliance.org

Small autumn wins count more than perfect routines.If you’re carrying a lot right now, keep it simple. One small challen...
10/09/2026

Small autumn wins count more than perfect routines.

If you’re carrying a lot right now, keep it simple. One small challenge a day can help you feel more grounded, more connected, and a little more in control.

Try this week’s rhythm:
- drink a full glass of water first thing
- step outside for five quiet minutes
- stretch before bed
- check in with one person you trust

Tiny actions can build real momentum.

Visit our website to join support and stay connected this season.

https://ardsalliance.org

After discharge, the hardest part can be feeling like everyone else moved on.That’s why support groups matter. They give...
10/09/2026

After discharge, the hardest part can be feeling like everyone else moved on.

That’s why support groups matter. They give survivors and caregivers a place to talk, listen, and feel understood long after the hospital stay ends.

If you’ve been there, you know healing doesn’t stop at discharge.

Join a support group

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I remember how quickly a family can go from managing everything to needing help with the smallest things.If that feels f...
10/08/2026

I remember how quickly a family can go from managing everything to needing help with the smallest things.

If that feels familiar, these are three signs it may be time to ask for more support at home:

• You’re missing meals, sleep, or basic routines.
• Care is starting to feel too heavy for one person.
• You feel guilty asking for help, but you’re running on empty.

Support at home can be practical, emotional, or both. Even one extra set of hands can make a hard week feel possible.

Share this with someone who needs a reminder that asking for help is okay.

For more Information, contact Paula at [email protected] https://ardsalliance.org

My first ARDS conversation with a family member started with one hard truth: they had more questions than answers.That’s...
10/08/2026

My first ARDS conversation with a family member started with one hard truth: they had more questions than answers.

That’s often where the next medical visit begins. A few clear questions can turn panic into a plan, and help everyone feel a little more prepared.

Try asking:
- What’s the main goal of this visit?
- What changed since the last conversation?
- What should we watch for at home?
- Who should we call if things get worse?

Bring the questions with you, and add your own before the appointment.

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847 South Randall Road #138
Elgin, IL
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