FOR PHYSICIANS
Find the latest information about NTM
Resources for you and your patients
Resources to share with your PATIENTS
DOWNLOADABLE TOOLS
AboutNTM Discussion Guide
Resource for patients to record the symptoms they’ve been having, their medical history, and any questions they may have to help facilitate discussions in their doctor’s office.
On-the-Go Guide
Tips for patients on how to travel with a lung condition like NTM.
“Insight”: A Patient’s Perspective
Download more copies of this helpful brochure to give to your patients.
HELPFUL LINKS
AboutNTM.com >
AboutNTM.com is a comprehensive resource for your NTM patients, where they can learn about the symptoms, such as coughing, trouble breathing, and fatigue, and why people with bronchiectasis, COPD, and asthma are at risk. Patients can also elect to receive e-mail offerings that include health and lifestyle tips, patient testimonials, and other educational resources about NTM.
NTMinfo.org >
NTMinfo.org provides in-depth and detailed material for your patients, with information about the disease state and the newest developments in treatment, as well as online and in-person support groups.
Bronchiectasis and NTM Initiative >
Bronchiectasis and NTM Initiative host BronchandNTM360social—an online community for individuals affected by bronchiectasis and/or NTM.
American Lung Association >
The American Lung Association leads the fight for healthy lungs and is America’s trusted source for education, research, and support for lung health.
AARP.org >
A comprehensive explanation of Medicare for patients.
Public Advisory Roundtable >
The ATS Public Advisory Roundtable (ATS PAR) is a partnership with organizations representing persons affected by respiratory diseases, sleep-related conditions, or related critical illnesses. ATS collaborates with them to advance shared educational, research, patient care, and advocacy goals.
RareDiseases.org >
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) provides a unified voice for those affected by rare diseases. NORD has a long history of providing services, financial aid, and running programs to support every member of the rare disease community, such as patients, caretakers, and family.
COPDFoundation.org >
The COPD Foundation has been established to speed innovations, which will make treatments more effective and affordable, undertake initiatives that result in expanded services, and improve the lives of patients with COPD.
EveryLifeFoundation.org >
The EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases is a nonprofit dedicated to accelerating biotech innovation for rare disease treatments through science-driven public policy.
GlobalGenes.org >
Global Genes is a global non-profit organization that builds awareness, educates the community, and provides connections and resources for those affected by rare diseases.