PROGRAM AIDS PEOPLE WITH LUNG DISEASE

People with chronic lung disease must deal with a variety of medical issues and lifestyle changes in order to cope with their condition. Those issues are the subject of a day-long seminar at St. Francis Medical Center Aug. 25.

"Coping with Chronic Lung Disease" is cosponsored by the St. Francis Pulmonary Rehabilitation staff and the American Lung Association. Seminar activities will begin at 8:45 a.m. in the St. Francis Rehabilitation Center.

Cape Girardeau allergist Jean Chapman, M.D., will talk about medications available to people with lung disease. Local psychologist Ken Callis, Ph.D., will discuss the emotional aspects of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. St. Francis fitness and wellness coordinator Bill Logan will discuss the importance of exercise to people with lung disease.

The program itself is free, but there is a $4.50 charge for lunch. Space is limited and preregistration is required. to register or for more details about the program, call the St. Francis Education Department at 339-6163. The registration deadline is Aug. 20.