Respiratory Therapy Students Volunteer for Asthma Camp

Stanly Community College’s (SCC) Respiratory Therapy students volunteered for Camp Summer Breathe, a camp coordinated by Zana Lambert and Merri Privett of Anson Community Hospital. Camp Summer Breathe is a special camp designed to creatively teach children about triggers, warning signs, and treatment of asthma to those diagnosed with asthma.

The Respiratory Therapy faculty and students participated in this fun and interactive week that helped over 25 children with asthma. “This is an excellent opportunity for the Respiratory Therapy students to reach out to the community and educate others about vital health issues such as asthma, smoking cessation, and the benefits of exercise. Plus, the kids make it fun for all to learn,” commented Lanny Inabnit, Faculty Instructor for Respiratory Therapy at SCC.

“Health related careers are some of the most attractive and well-respected professions in the nation. They allow you to impact individual lives, as well as your community,” said Judy Adrian, Director of Clinical Education for Respiratory Therapy at SCC. “Health related careers offer good jobs, daily challenges,
and the satisfaction of helping others in need,” added Adrian.

If you would like more information about the Respiratory Therapy program at Stanly Community College, contact Lanny Inabnit or Judy Adrian at (704) 982-0121.

 

Pictured above: SCC respiratory students Grant Godwin and Deborah Geer (left), along with camp coordinator, Zana Lambert (right), demonstrates peak-flows for the asthma campers.

Pictured to the right: SCC respiratory student Megan Jones explains to camper Jaiden Hinson about the many asthma triggers.