Wearing Oxygen for the First TimeOver these past eleven years, I have had many first times with my oxygen. Here are some I'd like to share. In...reactions78comments
Beyond My AddictionI can say with certainty that I would love a cigarette right now. It’s not a feeling like I would kill someone...reactions20comments
DIY Cleaners for COPD: Mom’s RecipesMama was a hoot. Memories of her always make me smile. When we decided to make DIY cleaners for COPD, mom’s recipes...reactions11comments
A Different Kind of Thermostat: Part 1I gasped for air as I stepped out the back door and onto the deck. The sweat began to pour off of...reactions13comments
Get More Active To Lessen the Impact of Heart DiseaseThere is a well-known link between COPD and various types of heart disease. You may or may not be able to avoid...reactions5comments
First Steps: Starting or Restarting ExerciseI hear from people daily that tell me they can’t exercise and don’t exercise daily. They complain that they can’t go to...reactions8comments
It’s OK to Self-CareI work every day, and sometimes on the weekends too. I don't get paid for many things that I work on. Are...reactions2comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactions9comments
An Action Plan Is Hope for the FutureI came across this quote the other day by Ady Barkan, a health care activist talking about his battle with ALS. “Hope...reactions4comments
Owning Your CourageWe all know the strangling fear of breathlessness. It knocks the wind out of us and leads us to believe that we're...reactions5comments
A Cough Is Very BeneficialA cough can be annoying at times. This is especially true when you have a chronic cough or a cough that won’t...reactions3comments
Affording Our MedicationsI had no insurance when I was first diagnosed with alpha-1 (Genetic COPD). Trying to find the money to pay for my...reactions7comments
What’s That Smell?Living with COPD often means navigating a world where seemingly innocuous everyday things can become significant challenges. Have you ever experienced how...reactions18comments
The Possible Link Between COPD and AllergiesMany people with COPD also have asthma and many people with asthma also have allergies. So, are there also links between COPD...reactions12comments
Learning To Stay in the MomentAs we approach the winter of our lives, we all know that one day, hopefully in the very distant future, we will...reactions11comments
Love Letters From The PastHave you ever thought about leaving notes, emails, or videos for your family after you are gone? Shortly after they diagnosed me...reactions6comments
Beyond My ExistenceThis morning I awoke to my 3-month-old puppy pulling at my hair. The light tugs caused me to smile. It was time...reactionscomments
Communicating With Your DoctorMost people have no idea how to ask questions of their doctor nor do they know what questions to ask. They go...reactions6comments
Short Of Breath EmbarrassmentA week ago my husband and I were going to dinner at another couple’s home we have been friends with for many...reactionscomments
The Challenge of the Garbage Bags: They Take My Breath AwayMy husband went shopping and bought a generic brand of garbage bags, that the package said were unscented. I got a sore...reactions2comments
