Exacerbations: They Are Different for All of UsSome people with COPD have never had the experience of an exacerbation, but others know all too well what it is and when it is time to ask for help...2 min read
Your COPD Flare-Up Action PlanHopefully, if you carefully follow your COPD treatment plan, your health will stay on an even keel most of the time. It's...3 min read
8 Signs to Seek Help for COPDOver time, I have noticed that some people with COPD tend to wait too long before seeking help. If this describes you...3 min read
Understanding Your COPD Diagnosis: Stages, Tests, and Next StepsThe most commonly used COPD staging model has four stages...4 min read
COPD Flare vs. Infections: What you should knowCOPD is a chronic disease for which there is no cure. The illness often lasts for years, perhaps even decades. So, it's...3 min read
The Newly Diagnosed Mental Health ToolkitWhen I was first diagnosed with COPD sixteen years ago, I felt lost. I think most people feel that way when they...4 min read
The 88-92% Rule: Why "Lower" Oxygen isn't always bad with COPDIf you live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you may have noticed something confusing. Most healthy people are told their oxygen...3 min read
COPD TriggersCOPD causes blocked airways and makes breathing difficult. One important part of managing COPD is avoiding triggers...2 min read
Mastering Daily COPD Care: Simple Habits for a Healthier LifeI have learned that my day-to-day health is up to me...2 min read
What Should I Do During a Flare-up?Sometimes flare-ups seem to blindside the progress you have been making, and they come out of nowhere with a staggering punch. Sometimes...2 min read
