“A diagnosis is a frame — but you choose what to fill it with.”
Full storyLinshom — Israel Lung Association
We are with you in every breath
Linshom was founded by lung patients for other patients — to be a home, community and source of information at every stage of the journey, for any lung disease.
Comprehensive and clear information — overview, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and life with the disease.
Personal conversations between patients and pulmonologists — each episode about a different disease and about living with lung disease
Shira Emuna Amsalem shares an inspiring personal story about living with pulmonary arterial hypertension, about struggling with a rare and complex disease, and about choosing not to give up on the dream of studying medicine despite everything.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Anat Yaari shares a hopeful personal journey about struggling with severe asthma for decades, about the price the disease has taken, and about the opportunity to breathe better thanks to modern advanced treatments.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Dubi Kordonsky courageously tells about living with PCD, about the daily struggle with chronic cough, treatment and exacerbations, and about choosing not to let the disease define his life.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Ronit Vysoker shares a touching personal story about living with bronchiectasis, about the loneliness and difficulties many patients go through on the path to diagnosis, and about the importance of proper treatment, support and community.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Rivka Bager shares an inspiring life story about struggling with COPD, about living with a chronic and complex lung disease, and about the strength to continue exercising, treatment and maintaining stability.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Yosef Ben Moshe shares a deeply personal and inspiring story about living with pulmonary fibrosis, about the deterioration that led to the need for a lung transplant, and about the daily struggle with the complex wait for the moment that will change his life.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Ari Sherman shares a touching personal story about life after lung transplant, about moments of shock, fear and hope after surgery, and about the gradual path back to a full life.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Sarah Kriel shares an inspiring personal story about living with pulmonary fibrosis, and alongside her, Dr. Mike Segal explains the disease, the treatment options available today, and the importance of early diagnosis, activity and optimism throughout the journey.
Breathing Conversations — a podcast about lung diseases
Free membership for people living with a chronic lung disease — together we breathe better
Living with a chronic lung disease? Your place is with us. Join the Linshom membership club — a completely free membership that connects you to everything happening in the community.
Meet lung patients who chose to live full lives — just like you
“A diagnosis is a frame — but you choose what to fill it with.”
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“Showing weakness isn’t a bad thing — it’s the very ability to say ‘I’m scared’ that gives real strength.”
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"The privilege of living a family life, of loving and being loved — is worth every hardship along the way."
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"I decided I was going to be a medical miracle — and take responsibility for my life."
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"Anyone who has walked this path knows just how much breathing is not something to take for granted. That's how the association was born."
Lung transplant recipient | Founder of the association
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"I heard them calling me to come back — and ever since, I know how precious every breath is."
Lung Transplant Recipient | Association Founder
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"Despite everything, I believe in 'this is what we have, and with it we'll win!' — I won't give up, because giving up isn't an option."
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"The disease changed my life, but it didn't take away my will to keep living it."
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"Even with chronic lung disease, you can learn to live a fuller and better life."
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"The disease is part of my life, but it's not who I am."
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"Today I know how important it is to recognise the disease, to treat it in time and not to give up hope."
Full storyThis month's notice board — click a poster for details and registration
Upcoming Event · 1/3
20.10.2026 · Tuesday 19:30 · on Zoom · in Hebrew
An open Zoom session on lung transplantation: who might be a candidate, when to start considering it, and what to know about the process. Held in Hebrew.
With Dr. Osnat Shtraichman — Director of the Pulmonary and Allergy Division and the Lung Transplant Program, Beilinson
and Dr. Yuri Peysakhovich — Director of the Department of Thoracic Surgery, Beilinson
Participation is free · Questions can be submitted in advance via the registration form
Upcoming Event · 2/3
27.10.2026 · Tuesday 10:30 · Holon · in Hebrew
A morning of culture, holiday spirit and, above all, community — at the Samaritan Sukkot celebration in Holon.
On the program: a tour of the Samaritan synagogue, a rich culinary reception and the show "A Samaritan Woman's Story" with Ronit Tzedaka.
50 ₪ per participant · Registration includes free Linshom club membership · Places are limited · The event and the registration page are in Hebrew
Upcoming Event · 3/3
4.11.2026 · Wednesday 18:00–20:00 · Dan Hotel, Tel Aviv · in Hebrew
A social evening for people with bronchiectasis, with physicians and respiratory physiotherapists — round tables and an open conversation about treatment and living with the condition. Held in Hebrew.
Table topics include: airway clearance and respiratory physiotherapy, treatments in development, infections and exacerbations, physical activity and quality of life, fertility and pregnancy, PCD.
40 ₪ including refreshments · Places are limited · The event and the registration page are in Hebrew
Have a question? Need help? The association team is here for you — always. We are with you at every step of your journey.
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