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By Derek Cummings - August 18, 2017

I have written much over the last decade about COPD, and my personal fight with it, how it is possible to improve our lives despite our illness, and of the immense value... READ MORE

Yes, We Do Grieve Our Old Lives

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By Janet Plank - August 17, 2017

A couple of years ago on a grieving site, a person wanted to grieve her old life. Some on the site said that this was for grieving because someone died. This lady said... READ MORE

Have Peace of Mind with Lung Cancer Screening

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By American Lung Association - August 15, 2017

COPD patients spend a lot of time focused on their lung health. Between staying on top of breathing treatments, going to pulmonary rehabilitation and receiving important vaccinations that can prevent lung disease,... READ MORE

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Questions & Answers

Stem cell therapy

3 Answers Submitted By HOPS - August 15, 2017

I see a lot of people who believe that stem cell therapy for COPD is a viable option. All the professionals I talk to say the procedure is of no use and… READ MORE

Trouble with trimming toenails

3 Answers Submitted By larrya - July 31, 2017

I have trouble trimming my toenails. Is there some place I can go and have it done for me or any other helpful answers?

Where are the best places to live in summer? Least humid.

7 Answers Submitted By Calpurnia - July 28, 2017

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Your Stories

Will I always be short of breath?

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By Neen - August 17, 2017

Hi Everybody, I’m new here and I’m glad this site is here. My issue is my breathing. I stopped smoking March 20, 2017 after smoking for almost 50 years. My doctor said... READ MORE

My COPD Journey

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By jsielke - August 1, 2017

I started smoking in my teens, and finally quit in 1981 at age 37. I never had any shortness of breath until after I retired. One evening in 2005, I went upstairs... READ MORE

Living with COPD

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By pmartucci - July 24, 2017

I am a 71 year old woman and have had this disease since 1992. It started off slow and over the years got worse – all due to smoking. The past 2... READ MORE

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