COPD Mystic: Predicting Our FutureThe COPD mystic is an old friend of mine. He looks like he’s about 30, though I am told he’s more like 800 years old. Do they just say that... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What is Saharan Dust and How Can it Affect COPD?I am a strong believer in "learning something new every day"; and I had never heard of Saharan dust until recently. A community member on Asthma.net's Facebook page shared that... By AshlenWeddington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Respiratory WarningsOut of nowhere, a WeatherBug weather warning popped up. It said that the air quality for those with a respiratory illness is severe and people should stay indoors. Those aren’t... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
COPD and Cleaning ProductsChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term for a group of conditions that affect the lungs and make it hard to breathe. COPD is both chronic, meaning it will... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
What Does It All Mean?Editor's note: This is Part 3 of a three-part series. Part 1 can be found here and part 2 here. COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This disease is... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
There's Always a Solution, Part 2Editor's note: This is part 2 of a two-part series. Part 1 can be found here. Getting dressed and taking showers seem to be tasks that everyone says are the... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Story of My COPD, Part 4If you read parts 1, 2, and/or 3 of my story, you'll see that there are many reasons for my COPD. The story has twists and turns. In my 64... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
One White Pine: Building Spaces for Living & HealingProfessor and landscape architect Daniel Winterbottom has been designing and building therapeutic gardens for over 20 years. Here, he shares his unique viewpoint on the power of nature to heal... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ask the Advocates: Mental Health (Part 1)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a three-part 'Ask the Advocates' series on mental health. Part 2 can be found here and part 3 here. We asked three of... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Work On What You Can DoAlways look at what you can do with COPD, and work ahead on that. Don't dwell on the things you cannot do, otherwise you will be stuck in the same... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
What's NextEditor's note: This is part 2 of a three-part series. Part 1 can be found here and part 3 here. There are two other tests that I would like to... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Thank You for Taking Our Survey!We appreciate you taking the time to answer all of our questions. Your responses will help us better understand life with COPD. New here? We invite you to explore what... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But many companies offer a range of virtual health... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Exacerbations: They Are Different for All of UsSome people with COPD have never had the experience of an exacerbation but others know all too well what it is and when it is time to ask for help... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor to find out which virtual services are right... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
There Is Always a Solution, Part 1Editor's note: This is part 1 of a two-part series. Part 2 can be found here. It is important to anyone with a chronic illness to have some sort of... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can get medical advice, visual assessments, treatments, or update... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor OnlineTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being in the same room, or even the same... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
