Shingles: Good Reason to Boost My Immune SystemEditor’s note: This article was written by Health Leader Jacqueline Harmon and originally appeared on our partner site BladderCancer.net. She shares her...reactionscomments
Let’s Talk Biologics for COPDI’m sure you’ve seen commercials for biologics. Biologic drugs are a newer (although not so new anymore) treatment option often discussed in other...reactions15comments
Community Shares: My Shingles SurpriseRecently, members of our community discussed shingles. Shingles symptoms are uncomfortable, and they can be more severe when combined with autoimmune diseases...reactionscomments
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be ShinglesEditor’s note: This article was written by Health Leader Cora Lyn Sears and originally appeared on our partner site AtopicDermatitis.net. She describes...reactionscomments
7 Myths About ShinglesShingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of...reactionscomments
Oxygen Use in TV and MoviesHave you ever noticed oxygen patients on TV shows or movies? It’s something that I never paid too much attention to before...reactions13comments
Warning Signs of COPDCOPD is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease which is a progressive disease. Progressive means that it can’t be reversed. The hope is, with...reactions17comments
Should Vitamins and Supplements Be Part of Your COPD Treatment Plan?When you have a chronic disease like COPD, it's natural to want to do everything you can to make the symptoms go...reactions15comments
Virtual Reality and COPDI was never a video game player. My two sons play – too often, in my opinion - and many of my...reactionscomments
Understanding COPD TrendsDyspnea is a medical term for shortness of breath or feeling like you can’t breathe in enough air. It can be a...reactionscomments
The COPD Auto-Correct Lexicon"I had to inject epic into the patient." Yes, that was a failed autocorrect. The word I wanted to use was “epi.”...reactions3comments
If I Have COPD, Should I Be Tested to See if it’s Genetic (Alpha-1)?This is a good question. Let me share a few reasons why I think that answer should be...YES! One reason for testing...reactions12comments
Tai Chi and COPDWe have all heard of the benefits of mind-body exercise for people with chronic conditions. If yoga feels too active for you...reactions7comments
My COPD Survival GuideIt has taken a few years to develop a plan of managing my life with COPD. I have jokingly referred to it...reactions1comment
Why Do Most Smokers Not Get COPD?Smoking is often cited as the most common cause of COPD. This makes sense, considering studies show 75% of COPDers are current...reactions7comments
Can COPD Cause a Loss of Smell and Taste?Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is actually a group of diseases. These diseases cause breathing-related problems and airflow blockage. While tobacco use...reactionscomments
Change of Seasons With COPDMy lungs don’t really care for fluctuating temperatures when the seasons change. Some of my worst exacerbations have been going from the...reactions33comments
The Role of Your Pharmacist in COPD ManagementWhen people think of their circle of care for COPD management, they tend to think about their nurse, pulmonologist, and general practitioner...reactions6comments
Living Through a Pandemic With COPDEvery day seems the same. It's the saddest thing watching the world pass you by. Every day seems to filter into the...reactions4comments
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) for COPDChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a group of diseases that cause breathing problems. Unfortunately, there is currently no...reactions4comments
