• Our Mission

    Our Mission

    Our mission at PCD Smiles is to bring smiles to hospitalized primary ciliary dyskinesia, no mater their age; through the gift of a cheer package. Currently serving only The United States and Canada.
  • Request Cheer Package

    Request Cheer Package

    Know of a hospitalized primary ciliary dyskinesia patient? Please visit our “Request a Cheer Package” link and fill out our secured form to submit them for a cheer package today!
  • Donations

    Donations

    Our cheer package program runs on donations. To see how you can help PCD Smiles, visit our donations section today!
  • The PCD Artist Project is a collaborative effort by artist to raise awareness for PCD & support the PCD Smiles cheer package program. Visit our exhibits today!

Cycling is a great way to get in an airway clearance session without making it seem like an airway clearance session. This is an especially awesome outside of the box idea for kids and teenagers. I have to tell you it’s been one of my favorite activities of all time for getting in not only exercise, but rhythmic breathing that mobilizes secretions. However remember to stay well hydrated while cycling to prevent secretions from drying up and becoming problematic. There is just something about zooming along and forgetting your breathing for a while because you are distracted by the thrill of the scenery or the destination. Remember even the adults need to put the fun back into airway clearance. Try cycling today, and put the fun back into your life. Remember airway hygiene is an important part of primary ciliary dyskinesia care.

 

Join our Facebook group Turtle Talk Café today, click here.

We have several ways that you can donate to PCD Smiles;

- Visit Smile E. Turtle's Amazon Wishlist

- For more information on how you can donate, please visit our "Donation" page to check out our "Do & Don't policies.

- Or sponsor a PCD Smiles cheer package today!

- To shop for your “Official” turtle care ribbon gear today, visit PCD Style or Smile E. Cove

Thank you for your consideration!

***Please speak to your respiratory therapist or your PCD medical team before commencing any new treatment. DO NOT start using a device, or technique, on this website if you have not discussed this with your PCD team first.***

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