A life of contributionAs I was making coffee and working through some rib cramps, I was suddenly taken back in memory to grade school. Most folks here will recall cleaning the erasers from...reactions5repliesCopingAwareness
What are your Hobbies?I wanted to start a thread about everyone's hobbies. I know a lot of us spend a lot of time indoors and having something fun to do and keep one's...reactions110repliesCopingMental Health
Need some tips for managing at home Hi all 😊 I was recently diagnosed with the chronic bronchitis part of COPD and it’s hit so hard so quick! I’m exhausted after doing little things and small tasks...reactions3repliesCoping
Swallowing problemsDoes anyone else have problems swallowing? I guess that after so many years I am far from critical, taking tablets, inhalers and liquids daily. In the throat three "tubes" meet...reactions4repliesCoping
Need adviceRelative was diagnosed 5year ago with COPD after suffering from pneumonia. Started with oxygen at home for night time and a few hours during the day when needed. Now on...reactions6repliesHospice & Palliative CareCopingEnd Stage
Flare Up RecoveryI recently had a major flare up. The worst one I have had since being diagnosed with COPD 4 1/2 years ago. I caught a bit of flu in late...reactions9repliesCopingFlares Exercise
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
how i'm doingi get really winded when i exercise but i stop and catch my breath and finish my walking i'm stage 3 also but i try and get as much exercise...reactions1replyCoping
How to use oxygen tanks like a proI have a large concentrator that I use for exercise primarily. I have changed from a larger tank to a B tank. I’ve been searching online as I would like...reactions4repliesCoping
A gradual change of thoughtI found myself in some stress this morning after letting my Great Dane out, back in, feeding her, making coffee, and returning to the computer room. A lot to accomplish...reactions2repliesCoping