It is estimated that every 20 minutes, one Canadian dies of lung disease and many of those deaths can be prevented if diagnosed early, says Heather Borquez, president and CEO of the Canadian Lung Association. "Spirometry is a simple breathing test that can help detect and diagnose lung disease." On October 14th, the Canadian Lung Association is celebrating the launch of World Spirometry Day by offering Canadians free spirometry events. For John Staples of Corner Brook, Newfoundland says he will never smoke again after receiving a spirometry test...

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