Breathability NZ

10/12/2025

A thoughtful post from MECFS Canterbury

05/12/2025

This book came to fruition this year. The feedback has been humbling to say the least. Jen co authored the chapter Physical Rehabilitation Techniques for Long COVID with Dr Lynette Hodges and Angela Maxwell-McRae. It took about a year from first putting pen to paper to having the physical book. Jens hopes the book supports clinicians working with people living with Long COVID and clinicians who are coordinating access to much needed services.

Our online Long COVID course covers the key topics for managing the symptoms and a great place to start, whether you want to work through the content at home with family or whānau or as a precursor to your physio appointment we are confident you will find evidence based strategies to support you or someone you know living with Long COVID. Check out our online course here www.breathability.nz/courses/

04/12/2025

Catherine was invited back to the TSANZ NZ Branch meeting in Napier this year and spoke about what physiotherapists can do to support people living with breathlessness.
Do you live with breathlessness? Its incredible scary and frustrating!
Think you're ready to speak to a physio about how to improve breathlessness?
For physiotherapy appointments in Christchurch https://the-lung-mechanic.au1.cliniko.com/bookings
For physiotherapy appointments in Dunedin https://the-oxyjen-physio.au4.cliniko.com/bookings

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03/12/2025

Summer is coming! Where is the place that makes you switch off and get some proper rest?
This sweet spot is not far out of Dunedin. No cell phone network. Perfect.

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11/09/2025

Congratulations to Danielle Hitch and Joanne Wrench the editors of this fantastic resource for health care workers. Jen, one half of Breathability, was invited to contribute to two chapters outlining the role of Physiotherapy in the management of Long COVID and the principles of exercise prescription. This achievement was not possible without the guidance from the editors and the collaboration with co-authors Lynette Hodges, Victoria Lai and Fy Dunford.

This ground-breaking volume provides the first comprehensive resource for health professionals managing the rehabilitation of people experiencing Long COVID. Founded on therapeutic principles and evidence from other chronic conditions, and informed by clinician and lived experience expertise, the bo...

21/03/2025

Catherine spoke to Rachel Parkin at TVNZ about all things breathing. Check out Catherine's top breathing tips here https://www.1news.co.nz/2025/03/22/seven-ways-to-breathe-better-and-boost-your-mood-and-health/

Have Long COVID and want support with your breathing? Check out our affordable online courses www.breathability.nz

The Lung Mechanic
www.jennifermepham.com

21/03/2025

In the heat of the day (this is in Dunedin so heat is both a rare treat and relatively not that hot) Monarch butterflies enjoy this pink flower in state of apparent calm. At the sun begins to set there becomes an urgency, the Monarchs are no longer chilled and feeding but fluttering around, competing with other insects to get the best of the remaining day. As we head into the weekend, how will you prioritize rest and calm for your own wellbeing?

Breathability NZ Long COVID course has smaller course bundles so if you are looking for something to get started why not check out our breathing videos? www.breathability.nz
The Lung Mechanic
www.jennifermepham.com

20/03/2025

Who saw Catherine on Seven Sharp this evening?

20/03/2025

🌻 Wearing a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard is a simple way to let others know you have a non-visible disability and may need support, more time, or understanding.

🌻 Get yours today – https://shorturl.at/solrC

ALT: Photo of a green lanyard with yellow Sunflowers,
a green and white Sunflower card, and a plastic wallet.

15/03/2025

05/03/2025

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/mar/02/were-losing-decades-of-our-life-to-this-illness-long-covid-patients-on-the-fear-of-being-forgotten?fbclid=IwY2xjawI0x-hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHepD7b28Sj6db_Avza2W0QZ66IGA9LM9pl3Haeap3Fe_4JAujbE1GeYUEw_aem_ofMwF6R45r3JvMb7EhGgFg

At Breathability NZ we won't forget, Long COVID symptoms can be managed and we've designed the Long COVID course and shorter course bundles at affordable prices to help you access the information you need. It's up to date, evidenced-based and of you need an appointment after, we are here either online or face to face.

www.breathability.nz
www.jennifermepham.com
www.thelungmechanic.co.nz

The Lung Mechanic

Five years on from March 2020, millions of people still face debilitating symptoms, with huge repercussions on public health and productivity. But politicians are starting to pretend the pandemic never happened

01/03/2025

https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/22/2/275 #

At Breathability we know these words can be so harmful to those living with Long COVID. Let's elevate health care with considered use of language

People with Long COVID, myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), and other complex chronic disorders consistently report having difficulty obtaining effective and compassionate medical care and being disbelieved, judged, gaslighted, and even dismissed by healthcare professionals....