Becoming HouseboundProgression of COPD now has me 95% housebound in spite of max medications and consistent exercise. Weight loss from breathing exertion and...reactions7comments
The 4th of JulyThe 4th of July was recently commemorated here in the United States. It celebrates the founding of this country in 1776 and...reactionscomments
InvincibleI think we live the early parts of our lives without thinking too much about being responsible to ourselves and others and...reactions10comments
Summer ReadingTook a chance and went to the beach this past Sunday. My wife and my daughter were at a niece’s shower. Now...reactionscomments
Me and mePresent Kevin: Don’t do it. Past Kevin: Excuse me? (turns arounds – looks around the room. Can’t see anyone speaking). Present Kevin:...reactionscomments
We Learn From Each OtherIt can be so hard to hear that we have COPD, whether it’s Stage 1 or Stage 4. Too often when we...reactionscomments
My CardiologistAfter a brief examination the other day, my pulmonologist, Lisa, was looking over her notes and asked me, “When was the last...reactions4comments
The Importance of My HobbyI firmly believe that people with COPD and other chronic illnesses need to have some way to escape it. I believe we...reactions6comments
Bits & PiecesOnce in a while, I have a bunch of stuff that doesn’t necessarily fall easily into place for a story. I don’t...reactions6comments
Ask the Advocates: Rib CrampingRib cramping is very common for people with COPD and often a major frustration expressed by our community here at COPD.net. Additionally...reactions15comments
How Telehealth Could Help Keep Your COPD More StableWhat if technology could make a difference in the progression and stability of your respiratory health? Good news! It just might, according...reactions2comments
A Pithy HIstory Of Oxygen: Part IISo, in 1775 and 1776 oxygen was discovered. Yes, it was discovered twice and by two different people. We discussed this in...reactionscomments
From Our PerspectiveThere’s a lot of self-help on the internet for COPD amongst other things. Sometimes it’s sound, medical help. Other times its advice...reactions2comments
Hygiene and Your COPDWe all know that hygiene is important for our health, but do we really understand it? The definition of conditions or practices...reactions2comments
Hospital Bag NecessitiesI’m a planner. I like to be as prepared as I can for just about any situation I can think of. It...reactions4comments
Lung TransplantMy colleague, John Bottrell, recently wrote a terrific article about lung transplants here at COPD.net. It’s an excellent article and really lays...reactionscomments
Understanding A Social Security Disability DenialAfter the long, confusing process of applying for Social Security disability benefits, it is understandably very frustrating to receive a denial. While...reactions2comments
How To Appeal a Social Security Disability DenialThough the statistics vary somewhat from state to state, nationwide about 65% of all disability claims are denied on the first application...reactions4comments
Tomorrow is My BirthdayEditors note: This post was written by the author the day prior to their birthday. The post was not published on this...reactions8comments
If you could speak to your COPD…My COPD and I go walking together… almost every day. I always tell him I’d like to walk a little bit further...reactions25comments
