Practical Management of Breathlessness

PRACTICAL MANAGEMENT OF BREATHLESSNESS STUDY DAY

20TH MARCH 2020

THE BARRACKS, FORTHSIDE WAY, STIRLING

This study day is suitable for any health care professional working with patients who are breathless, wishing to develop their knowledge and skills in non-pharmacological breathlessness management.

Cost

£100 (includes refreshments, lunch and 1 copy of the BIS toolkit booklet)

For further information please download the Programme

To book a place please complete the Booking Form and return to Lindsey Manzie, Education Secretary, Strathcarron Hospice — [email protected]

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