Finding a Support Person for Doctor AppointmentsPeople with chronic health conditions like COPD often face complex treatment plans and multiple doctor visits. That is why medical experts often...reactionscomments
The Unspoken Struggles and Everyday Frustrations of Living with COPDLiving with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) presents a unique set of challenges that extend far beyond the well-known symptom of breathlessness...reactionscomments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and LimitsFinding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Understanding what an insurance denial is...reactions2comments
Are You Newly Diagnosed With COPD?We know that oftentimes, many of our community members are brand new to their COPD diagnosis or maybe are just finding our...reactionscomments
How Do I Connect With Other People Living With COPD?Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presents a unique and often misunderstood set of challenges for those contending with it. It's far more...reactions3comments
All About Air Conditioning!Over the past two weeks, I had a patient with severe COPD. Although she went home after the first week, she was...reactionscomments
How I Adjusted to CPAPFor years, as a respiratory therapist, I have worked with patients who use CPAP at night for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), COPD...reactions16comments
COPD Moments That Can Be Avoided and How to Prevent ThemA gallant is a person living with COPD who does everything right. While we all aspire to be gallant COPD patients, most...reactions10comments
COPD Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction on Causes, Symptoms, and Effective TreatmentAs a respiratory therapist, I encounter many COPD myths. These misconceptions can mislead patients and even delay proper treatment. Let's tackle some...reactions31comments
Staying on Track with Medication RoutinesI wanted to check in with everyone about their medication routines. I've noticed that forgetting to take medication is a common issue...reactions3comments
COPD: What You Don’t See and How to HelpCOPD is a condition that can be hard for others to understand, especially those who don’t live with it. Unlike a broken...reactions18comments
Creating COPD-Friendly GatheringsThis year, I set to embark on my first major holiday season without my mom. Her battle with COPD did limit her...reactions1comment
2025 Resolve To Have Better Communication With Your COPD Care TeamGone are the days when your family doctor would magically appear at your bedside for a check-up if you were hospitalized. The...reactions7comments
The Cost of Over-Giving as a CaregiverAccording to the Apostle Paul, Jesus believed that It is better to give than to receive. However, the concept of over-giving as...reactions1comment
Tilt-a-Whirl of Home, Hospital, and RehabThere is a revolving door that often starts slow until the frequent hospitalizations become dizzying. It may start with a fall, which...reactionscomments
Here's How I Deal With Insurance Coverage ChallengesInsurance companies have evolved significantly over the years. But many of these changes, in my opinion, seem to focus more on cutting...reactions7comments
Winter Self-Care With COPDAs the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, focusing on winter self-care is essential. The cold weather can be harsh on...reactions2comments
Planning for the HolidaysThis year, I’m looking forward to the holidays. What’s ahead? I don’t know, and I’ve learned not to plan too far ahead...reactions1comment
The Race that is Set Before UsWhat started as an attempt to cultivate some self-care on a balmy Saturday in my new home state of Florida turned into...reactionscomments
Managing Holiday Stress With COPDManaging holiday stress can be challenging for anyone, but when you have COPD, the extra demands can make the season feel overwhelming...reactions11comments