How Do You Entertain Yourself In The Hospital?Following a hospital admission for a COPD exacerbation, you may reach a point of recovery where you're feeling better, yet still have...reactions1comment
Wildfires From CanadaThese Canadian wildfires have had a serious impact on a large portion of the U.S. In Illinois, our air quality has been...reactions6comments
Warm Weather Impact on COPD PatientsTemperature fluctuations can significantly impact COPD symptoms and cause flare-ups year-round. In a perfect environment, it would be 72 degrees with mild...reactionscomments
COPD and the WeatherHave you ever experienced worsening COPD symptoms during certain types of weather? Whether it is too hot, humid, cold, or rainy? I...reactions19comments
A Guide to COPD-Friendly ClimatesI live in Illinois, and for the most part, we have four seasons. I loved growing up in a little rural town...reactions91comments
Spring Ahead With COPDWe just had a time change and sprung ahead an hour. I read that the general idea of why we do this...reactions4comments
Spring Has SprungYearning, I so want to smell the flowers. Wildflowers are my favorites. Yet, nothing compares to the aromatic lilacs from those beautiful...reactions7comments
Tips for Managing Springtime With COPDSpring is my favorite time of year. I love that first day when the snow is gone, and the air is warm...reactions12comments
Do's and Don'ts of Traveling with OxygenIf your doctor has prescribed supplemental oxygen, there is no need to feel that you will never be able to leave your...reactions30comments
Basics for Caregivers: EquipmentThere will be an increasing number of pieces of equipment as your patient progresses. As each piece is added, it is important...reactionscomments
At the End of My RopeI got my shiny new oxygen concentrator in 2016, and 33 feet of hose to walk around the house with. They provided...reactions42comments
Spacers and Techniques for Using ThemMany people in the COPD.net community talk about "spacers" when discussing treatment, but there are also many people in the community who...reactions6comments
All About Air Conditioning!Over the past two weeks, I had a patient with severe COPD. Although she went home after the first week, she was...reactionscomments
What is Airflow Limitation?You hear the term bandied around. It’s described by the GOLD COPD guidelines as a key component of COPD. If you have...reactions14comments
COPD 101: What Is COPD?COPD is an acronym for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. It’s an umbrella term for lung diseases that cause persistent airflow limitation. Symptoms...reactions5comments
Protect Yourself During This Triple Threat TimeThis article was originally published on December 9, 2022 Leaving the house means braving the cold air that makes my lungs ache...reactions7comments
Getting Ready For Fall!This article was originally published on October 23, 2019 When September is over and the month turns to October it is cooling...reactions10comments
Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactions2comments
A Cough Is Very BeneficialA cough can be annoying at times. This is especially true when you have a chronic cough or a cough that won’t...reactions3comments
Maintaining COPD Control During the Winter MonthsStaying healthy with COPD is all about maintaining control over your symptoms as well as you can. Winter, though, presents a number...reactions7comments
