Managing oxygen tubing l.How does everyone deal with oxygen machine tubing or hoses? I spend half of my day winding or unwinding to get from 1 side of the house to the other...reactions1replyTips & Advice
xygen portabe concintratiors need some advice.Need so me advice on portabe 02 concentrators? Pease....reactions2repliesTreatmentTips & Advice
Covid vaccine anybody?How many on the board have had the vaccine? Did you have any side-effects? I’m still trying to decide what to do about it. I’m really scared of it. I...reactions20repliesCopingTips & Advice
Electronic cigarettesNeeding to quit smoking, though so far unsuccessful. Are electronic cigarettes less likely to continue to diminish my breathing (emphysema)? I've tried them in the past, but they make me...reactions4repliesTips & AdviceSmokingEmphysema
Stage 4What is stage 4 like for you? How can a caregiver support you? Why don’t drs say or help more? What must family understand now?...reactions17repliesTips & AdviceEnd StageFriends & Family
COPD and Young PeopleWhat are some unique challenges young people face when diagnosed with COPD, and how can they best manage their condition at a younger age?...reactions7repliesTips & AdviceDiagnosis
Nose Cannula 02 Hard vs Soft Well a few months back I noticed when changing my 02 hoses that my nose cannula insert said "7' hard". Hmm I thought, wonder if there is soft, more comfortable...reactions3repliesBreathingTips & AdviceCoping
Belly Bloat and COPDDo you suffer from belly bloat with your COPD? How do you manage? What tips can you offer others?...reactions82repliesTips & AdviceSide Effects
Inogen in the restroomInogen in the restroom. I have the Inogen G5 which I carry into restaurants and other places and if I need to use the restroom, I use a "Carabiner Gear...reactions6repliesTravelTips & Advice
FeaturedCOPD New Year's Resolutions! As we approach the new year, do you have any COPD-related resolutions? If so, share them in the comments!...reactions33repliesTips & Advice