Factors That Influence My COPD HealthThe day was a tough one. I was so tired. Something triggered my asthma. COPD could be a culprit too. My osteoarthritis...reactions4comments
Placing Hope in ResearchI'm going to Birmingham, Alabama, for an Alpha-1 lung study. Ever since I was diagnosed with Alpha-1, I have tried to do...reactions5comments
Do You Worry About What Others Think?Imagine this scenario: you are in a store, wearing a mask to stay safe. Suddenly, you start coughing, sneezing, and wheezing. The...reactions2comments
Living Your Best COPD Life with Diet and ExerciseAfter my first serious exacerbation, I was too weak to walk across the room. I was devastated and scared. A very serious case of...reactions9comments
Rare Disease Day: What Does It Have To Do With COPD?Rare Disease Day is always held on the last day of February, which is usually February 28th, but this year is Leap...reactionscomments
Beyond My COPDCOPD is a progressive chronic illness that starts slowly over a long period of time. Most of us are aware of the...reactions2comments
I'm Still Here After 13 Years Battling COPD and Alpha-1It's been over 13 years since I was first diagnosed with COPD. I wasn't just diagnosed with COPD that day, but also...reactions6comments
Taking Time to Support and Educate COPD PatientsAs a dedicated respiratory therapist, a significant part of my role involves caring for inpatients, including those managing COPD. While my primary...reactions9comments
COPD Symptom Management in Cold WeatherMany people who have COPD have a hard time during the cold winter months. COPD is a lung disease that gets worse...reactions5comments
Chronic Illness Dating Apps: Meeting the NeedI don’t need a dating app myself as I have been happily married to my husband, Dave, for over 30 years, and...reactionscomments
Relationships and COPDOver the years, COPDers have asked if it's possible to have a relationship while having COPD. Actually, that's a question asked by...reactions3comments
I Can Empathize With My COPD PatientsI've always found a unique connection with my COPD patients, thanks to my own battle with severe asthma. It fosters some enlightening...reactions1comment
COPD Mishaps: Part 2If you have read part 1, you have read what can happen to your bowels or bladder when fighting for a breath...reactions6comments
What Makes Cat Scans So Helpful? I have observed that an increased number of my COPD patients have been getting CAT scans. I have also noticed commercials on...reactions12comments
COPD Indoor Activities and HobbiesDuring the darkest and coldest time of the year, keeping a positive attitude and finding daily gratitude can be more challenging. COPD...reactions4comments
What to Do When Your Oxygen Level Is LowIn the realm of home oxygen therapy, optimal health demands a proactive approach. As someone deeply involved in the qualification process for...reactions8comments
What You Should Know When You Are First Prescribed OxygenEditors Note: The experiences shared in this article are those of the author. Please consult your doctor if you feel that you...reactions65comments
Why Did I Become A Respiratory Therapist?The question I'm often asked is, “Why did you become a respiratory therapist?” There's no simple answer, but the pivotal point that...reactions4comments
Remembering Barbara MooreWe are profoundly heartbroken to share with the community that Patient Leader Barbara Moore passed away on January 7, 2024 at the...reactions9comments
Making Lifestyle Changes Due to COPDI'm sure the list is long with all the things that we can not do or that are too hard for us...reactions79comments
