Respiratory Care Week, held this year October 23-29, 2016, is an internationally recognized week honoring the contributions of respiratory care professionals around the world. 

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  Respiratory Care Week, held this year October 23-29, 2016, is an
  internationally recognized week honoring the contributions of respiratory care
  professionals around the world. Each year, the American Association for
  Respiratory Care (AARC) encourages healthcare employers to dedicate the week
  to honoring the work of certified respiratory therapists and implementing
  efforts to raise global awareness about the importance of lung health.
  Participating in this movement will not only have a positive impact on your
  healthcare organization, itwill help raise awareness about respiratory care on
  a large scale.&nbsp;
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<h2>Three Ways to Get Involved with Respiratory Care Week&nbsp;</h2>

<h3>Celebrate accomplishments</h3>

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  There are many ways to celebrate Respiratory Care Week and the respiratory
  care profession, including hosting workplace events and staff activities to
  recognize your organization&rsquo;s certified respiratory therapists for their
  contributions to the healthcare industry. In addition to celebratory workplace
  events, you can publicly recognize the impact your respiratory professionals
  have on the quality of patient care at your organization by honoring them with
  individual awards for their accomplishments and dedication to the field.
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<h3>Raise awareness to staff and patients</h3>

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  Use Respiratory Care Week as an opportunity to raise awareness among your
  staff and patients about the important work of respiratory professionals in
  treating both acute and chronic respiratory illnesses. You can work with your
  organization&rsquo;s communications and marketing departments to educate your
  staff and patients about respiratory care through posters, newsletters, social
  media and other communications tools employed by your organization.
  Communicating key messages about the work of respiratory professionals will
  help your staff and the public better understand the type of work involved
  with treating respiratory illnesses.
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<h3>Provide learning opportunities</h3>

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  Promoting education of respiratory illnesses in your organization is critical
  in making sure respiratory professionals receive the respect and recognition
  they deserve in your organization. In addition, offering your certified
  respiratory therapists educational training opportunities to build their
  skills will demonstrate an investment in their professional growth and
  success, ultimately helping in the advancement of respiratory care.
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  An annual celebration for the healthcare industry at large, Respiratory Care
  Week provides employers and individuals in healthcare with an opportunity to
  honor and recognize respiratory care professionals who work hard every day to
  make a difference in the lives of patients with all types of respiratory
  illnesses. Whether you&rsquo;re an employer or simply a colleague of a
  certified respiratory therapist, take the time to express your appreciation to
  the respiratory professionals working hard each day to treat patients.
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Understanding Respiratory Care Week...And How You Can Get Involved!