Reasons You Could Have Blood in Your Mucus When CoughingEditor's note: If you are experiencing the presence of blood in the mucus, please seek medical attention immediately for a medical evaluation...reactionscomments
What is COPD Staging?While moderating our community social media platforms, I noticed a post from one of our community members. They asked, “What is end-stage...reactionscomments
The Benefits of Respiratory TherapistsMy regular readers know I'm a respiratory therapist (RT). So, what exactly do we do to help people with COPD? Here's a...reactions18comments
Where Are Our Celebrity Advocates?I love Michael J. Fox and wish that those of us in the Alpha-1 and COPD world had "our own" Michael J...reactions12comments
Life Gets in the Way of LivingLife with COPD and other chronic health issues sometimes puts living on hold. Too often, when we struggle with breathing, for example...reactions1comment
Managing COPD With Other IllnessesAlong with COPD, I have several other diseases, one of which is hypothyroidism. This is more commonly known as an underactive thyroid...reactions18comments
My Grandsons Interviewed Me About COPD: Here's What They AskedMy grandkids are always inquisitive about my Alpha-1, so I thought I would share their questions and how I answer them in...reactionscomments
Give Me StrengthPlease give me strength in this COPD world. This title really resonates with me. How often have I said those three words:...reactions27comments
Extra Struggles in a COPD WorldYou’ve probably heard me say that the leg bones are connected to the knee bone. That’s my body, for sure. To me...reactionscomments
COPD and Comorbid ConditionsWhen someone has more than one health condition, they are said to have comorbid conditions or comorbidities. Most people living with COPD...reactions53comments
How Often Should We Change Our Hoses and Other Oxygen InformationJust recently, in one of the Alpha-1 support groups, questions have been asked about how often we should change the hoses on...reactions20comments
So Much Guilt Because of COPDEditor's Note: This article addresses the topic of smoking, which has the potential to evoke strong emotions. I feel guilty about so...reactions30comments
Breathing Issues and Frequent Illness in Childhood and Young AdulthoodDid you have breathing issues when you were young? I sure did. I remember having colds, bronchitis, and the flu all the...reactions20comments
What If You Lived With COPD 250 Years Ago? As a kid with severe asthma, I often wondered what life would be like if I had been born 50 years earlier...reactionscomments
There’s an App for That: My Favorite Apps for COPDNowadays, there seems to be an app for everything, and if you have a smartphone, you probably have a few or have...reactions2comments
Methods for Cleaning Your EquipmentEditor's Note: Always refer to your healthcare team or device manufacturer if you have questions about cleaning your equipment. People with COPD...reactions12comments
Hospice and Palliative Care With COPDEditor's Note: This article discusses hospice and end-of-life care, which could be potentially triggering for certain readers. I know a lot of...reactions24comments
Health Risks Associated With COPDEditor's note: If you have concerns about COPD or associated comorbidities, always consult your healthcare provider. I am sure most of us...reactions25comments
Memes I'd Create for Doctor's Offices Then and NowI enjoy being a respiratory therapist. It gives me an opportunity to connect with people with COPD and to share my knowledge...reactions9comments
It’s Time for the County FairIt’s Tuesday, June 20th, 2023, which means one thing: it’s time for the 164th Annual Henry County Fair! It also means that...reactionscomments
