9 Early Warning Signs And SymptomsA neat thing about having COPD is it communicates with you. It lets you know when something is wrong, or when a...reactions8comments
Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing...reactionscomments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating...reactionscomments
Links Between COPD and AnxietyStudies show that 13-45% of COPDers also experience anxiety. In fact, COPDers are 85% more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety compared...reactions8comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactions1comment
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both...reactionscomments
Fight the Flu: Important Flu Facts for People With COPDFlu season is fast approaching, and it's crucial for people with COPD to know how to fight the influenza (also known as...reactionscomments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous...reactionscomments
What Is an Arterial Blood Gas (ABG)? | COPD.net"Hi, I’m John from respiratory. I have to draw some of your blood.” This is how I usually introduce myself when I...reactions2comments
Why Quitting Smoking is So HardIt’s often said that cigarette smoking is one of the hardest habits to break. Quitting smoking, for lack of a better way...reactions6comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But...reactionscomments
Explaining Emphysema, Part 2: TreatmentIn "Explaining Emphysema, Part 1", we discussed the risk factors and symptoms associated with this condition. Now, let's look at what can...reactionscomments
Explaining Emphysema - Part 1: Risk Factors & SymptomsThere are many people in the United States, and around the world, living with COPD. Emphysema is one lung condition that falls...reactions8comments
COPD Medical Abbreviations: What Do They Mean?Your prescription says, “Albuterol QID.” Your doctor wants you to get a PFT and ABG?” These and other abbreviations are commonly used...reactions3comments
COPD and MucusThe coughing associated with COPD produces large amounts of a slimy substance called mucus. The increase in the production of mucus and...reactions34comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactions1comment
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
