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Getting off to a good start

What are your best tips for getting off to the best start of your day? This is perhaps one of the biggest challenges for me, as I don't 'leap out...

Loosing friends to COPD

How have you coped with the emotional impact of losing friends to COPD? Are there any strategies or support systems that have helped you during these difficult times?...

Has anyone with COPD had a sleeve gastrectomy?

I'm working my way towards a sleeve gastrectomy. I've already had every test and clearance they wanted and have lost 30 lbs so far to prepare for surgery. I'm wondering...

Slowing COPD Progression

What are some things you do or have found helpful to slow your COPD's progression?...

stiffness in chest

I have a tightness in between my breast bone when breathing in other times I feel like I am wearing a brick when I bend. I was diagnosed last year...

Shopping With COPD

Do you find shopping challenging? Do you have a preference for purchasing online or shopping in physical stores?...

What are your COPD triggers?

COPD exacerbations can come out of nowhere but knowing what triggered it may help you avoid one in the future. If you know what your triggers are, let us know...

So much heavy, thick mucus!

I need help with extremely thick phlegm. Do certain foods/drinks cause this? Is there any way to break it up, any way to get rid of it without “choking to...

Recommendations for portable oxygen

I am seeing many ads for different portable oxygen. I'm wondering if anyone knows the advantage and disadvantages of them and which have you found the best....

Mobility Aids for COPD

Have you used a mobility aid (walker, scooter, cane, etc.) in your COPD journey? Has it been helpful?...

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