Can You Avoid Thrush When Having COPD?It was not until my mother started using regular inhalers for her COPD symptoms, that I found out what oral thrush was. As the caregiver, I first noticed an abrupt change... By Julie Sparks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
6 Tips to Ensure Accuracy in Your Pulse Oximeter ReadingsPulse oximeters serve as essential tools for monitoring oxygen levels. Yet, like any device, they can encounter occasional issues, leading to inaccurate readings. This post aims to simplify the understanding... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Choosing the Right Style of Nasal Cannula for YouIt is common for COPD patients to transition at some point to oxygen use. We may associate surgery, ER visits, or hospital stays with nasal cannulas. We are usually focused on... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Managing Depression Brought On by Living With COPDLiving with COPD is not easy. Dealing with the day-to-day aggravations of being short of breath and the anxiety it causes is hard. But on top of that, a lot... By Becky Brooks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Where Does Happiness Come From?I started the day overwhelmed, coughing, down, tired, and broke. From there I sat down to take my meds and to relax a bit in front of the TV. I... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Having a Runny or Stuffy Nose While on OxygenSome people might get a runny nose or a stuffy nose while on supplemental oxygen. In my case, I have both. You'd think it would be one or the other... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Baseball vs. COPDWe are approaching the middle of the summer season. The smell of fresh-cut grass and the sounds of the ice cream man will soon waft through the air, and you... By Julie Sparks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Bloated Belly With COPDWhen mom had a bloated belly with COPD, her skin felt tight and stretched. I remember how she would make a joke about looking pregnant, and cover her protruding belly... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
How Do I Connect With Real People Living With COPD?Getting through life with COPD can sometimes feel intimidating or confusing, particularly when facing it without support. After receiving the diagnosis of COPD, it can be overwhelming to navigate through... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
5 Tips for Managing Depression With COPDMy mom was an open book. Whatever she was going through, those close to her knew about it. She spoke in plain terms about managing depression with COPD. She didn’t... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The COPD Declaration of IndependenceAs we turn the calendar page to July, we come upon the most American holiday of all: the Fourth of July (Independence Day). Our core memories of this holiday may... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Telehealth for COPDTelehealth use is defined as an appointment with a doctor, nurse, or other health professional by video or phone. In 2021, telemedicine was more commonly used by women and older... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What BiPAP or CPAP Mask Do You Like Best?If your doctor suggests trying a non-invasive ventilation (NIV) device like CPAP, BiPAP, or Trilogy ventilators, you might hesitate because you're not fond of the mask feeling on your face... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
How To Support Someone With COPDHaving a friend or loved one with COPD can be challenging, both for them and for those who care about them. Here are some ways you can support and assist... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Losing Our COPD FriendsI recently wrote about the positive things that have happened because of having COPD. One of the things listed in that article was all of the new friends that I... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A COPD Travel GuideIt is getting to be that time again for me to travel for the annual Alpha-1 national conference and I know some of you are getting ready to go on... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medication Management: A Key to Better HealthLooking back in time, I can still remember my words, "I don't take medication, not even an aspirin." And I didn't. If the pain or whatever else didn't stop and... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Oxygen Use While Traveling With COPDThe spring and summer months offer a great time to get out there and enjoy a vacation. Yet, for those with COPD, a getaway may seem a bit out of... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Coping With Life’s Difficulties in a COPD WorldTo me, a COPD world is a world where there is a COPD health focus. Frequently, we are reminded that we have COPD because of: It’s important to realize that... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do You Practice COPD Airway Clearance?To begin, what exactly does the term "airway clearance" mean? We hear this term a lot in the community, but what is it? Airway clearance helps to rid the lungs... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments