Beyond Exhaustion: How Life Changes with FatigueFatigue: It’s not “just being tired”, and it’s an experience that individuals living with a chronic health condition know all too well. Fatigue can impact every aspect of daily life... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Straight From the Community: Results from the Sixth Annual COPD In America SurveyIt is estimated that more than 250 million people worldwide have COPD and over 65 million of them have moderate to severe cases. In an effort to better understand the... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Infographic: Pain Management Treatment and CareIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of COPD.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Pain is Common & Constant: The Impact on Quality of LifeIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of COPD.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What Is it Like to Live With COPD? – Results From the 2019 COPD In America SurveyMore than 2,000 people with COPD participated in our COPD In America survey to share more about life with the condition. Respondents opened up about their diagnosis journey, their relationships... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
I’m Here. How Can I Help? 5 Ways to Be SupportiveThere’s a lot of pressure and misunderstanding about mental health. Knowing what to say and do can be tricky. You can be a positive force for friends and loved ones... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
10 Ways to Balance Body and MindMental and physical health are intrinsically linked. Managing the stresses of a physical condition can be mentally and emotionally exhausting. Here we share 10 strategies for coping when you’re feeling... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Me & My Doctor: Results from Our HCP Satisfaction SurveyWhat matters the most in your treatment? Chances are, your healthcare team makes a big difference in how you feel about your care. A good doctor-patient relationship can help you... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
2018 Year in Review ... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
COPD Can Be Debilitating, Frustrating, and DevastatingCOPD has an impact on both physical and mental health. Symptoms can be frustrating and often get in the way of everyday life. It is exhausting and emotionally draining to... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
The Emotional Toll of Chronic IllnessTrigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or someone you know have thoughts of suicide, have... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Beyond the Lungs: 2017 In America ResultsOver 2000 individuals from the COPD community shared their thoughts and experiences in our survey, covering everything from symptoms to what it’s like living with an illness that is difficult... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments19 comments
Show Me (more than) the Money! Results from the Cost of Care SurveyCost is a major factor in managing a chronic health condition, such as COPD. There are many things people can do to save money and cut costs, but not everyone... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
You, Health Information, & the InternetThe internet and social media are amazing resources for people seeking health information, especially for people living with chronic conditions. While many people appreciate having quick access to a great... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COPD in America 2016The COPD In America 2016 online survey was conducted to gather insights from over 1,200 individuals currently diagnosed as having Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Emphysema, or Chronic Bronchitis. The primary... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Quality of Life with COPD By The NumbersManaging the symptoms and treatment of COPD can take its toll on an individual’s quality of life. We found this to be especially true with the 1,000 respondents we surveyed... By 3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
COPD in America 2015: CaregiversThe COPD Caregiver In America 2015 online survey was conducted to gather insights from 193 individuals who are currently, or in the past 5 years, served as the primary caregiver... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COPD 2015 Symptoms by the NumbersThe COPD diagnosis and disease management journey can often feel overwhelming, particularly as the number and severity of symptoms increases over time. Are you curious to know how your experience... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COPD in America 2015The COPD In America 2015 online survey was conducted to gather insights from over 1,700 individuals currently diagnosed as having COPD, Emphysema or Chronic Bronchitis in hopes of painting an... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
