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 TV that echo the message: "If you have... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
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 restricts me, so choosing hobbies and activities can... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
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 home oxygen at our hospital, I've realized the... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
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 need personalized medical advice. I have noticed in... By Jackie English4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments41 comments
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 set me on this path was my childhood... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Remembering Barbara MooreWe are profoundly heartbroken to share with the community that Patient Leader Barbara Moore passed away on January 7, 2024 at the age of 68. Barbara was diagnosed with COPD... By COPD.net Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
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 to do because of our COPD. My family... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments57 comments
Who Woke Up the Weather?Just a few weeks ago that I was talking to a friend and telling her I was actually looking forward to winter. She said she felt the same way, even... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Have You Ever Thought of Using a Walker ?I had never considered using a walker until my surgery in 2015. I was still using oxygen tanks back then, and my surgeon put me on a five-pound weight limit... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments52 comments
Navigating COPD in 2023: A Year in ReviewAdvocates for people with COPD speak with a special combination of wisdom, strength, and empathy. This collection highlights the top articles written by COPD patient advocates during 2023. These articles... By COPD.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Wonderful Things Life Has To OfferGee, I don’t know what to think of that title. Yet that title seemed to jump out at me and felt perfect. Sometimes, that’s how things work in my articles... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The New Year and COPDNew Year is my second favorite time of the year after September. I don’t subscribe to New Year's resolutions; instead, I think about it as a time of renewal. From... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Three New Year Resolutions for COPD ManagementAs we enter the new year, it's an opportune moment to reflect on our lives and well-being. This year, I encourage everyone to make positive changes and improve their well-being... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Holiday Traditions and COPDOne thing I've learned from COPD is that almost everything that I took for granted was going to change. No matter how hard I fought against giving in to my... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Five Practical Gifts Ideas for Someone With COPDI work in a hospital and engage in daily conversations with COPD patients. Additionally, as an active member of this community, I make it a point to listen attentively to... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Love, Adaptation, and COPDOn August 22, 2003, I married my best friend. I worked in the ambulance service while he was in the police force. We shared so many of the same interests:... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Travel Tips and Precautions for COPD PatientsSo, you've mustered the courage, and you're gonna do it. You are finally feeling strong enough to take that trip, to see those people, enjoy the scenery, and make some... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Eight Tips for Managing the Cold Weather With COPDAs winter approaches, the chill and snow become part of the landscape. It's an opportune moment to discuss effective strategies for navigating the cold weather when you have COPD. If... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How Fast a Good Day Can Turn Bad With COPDThis past Saturday, I attended a beautiful fall wedding. The temperature was perfect and was in the high 60s. The sun was shining; the leaves were turning colors. The wind... By Jackie English4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments28 comments
Making Every Moment of Everyday Worth LivingWhere did this year go? When I was young, I always asked my parents, “Is Christmas coming pretty soon?" I always got so excited. "Can we go buy presents?” "When... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments