Feeling Overwhelmed (Part 1)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a series. Be sure to check out part 2! It doesn't take much to get that overwhelmed feeling when dealing with being short... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Just Another Post About ShoweringPersonal hygiene remains on the list of THE hardest tasks we must do and it’s not a ‘one and done’ thing because these are tasks that we must repeat regularly... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments61 comments
My Silent Voice and How I Can Make it Be HeardThere are so many people out there that can't understand how I have managed to accomplish some of the things I have over the past few years. They include members... By Liana Collet2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Am I Having an Exacerbation or Has My Lung Function Declined?Oh my, this last month has been very stressful. My oxygen has been dropping and my heart rate has been skyrocketing. When I get up to do anything, my oxygen... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments243 comments
Estate Planning and End of Life ChoicesThe choices we never want to discuss until it is too late need our attention. Making your end-of-life choices is an important part of living. We are all going to... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
More Changes AppearHave you noticed as time goes by we notice more changes? I have already written about how my sleep pattern has changed. I also have noticed my eating pattern has... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
5 Medicines to Keep Your Heart HealthyOf all the people living with COPD, 20% also have a heart failure (HF) diagnosis. Likewise, people with COPD have a 4.5 times greater risk of developing HF than the... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Changing Your Panic and Anxiety OutcomesHow we handle the panic and anxiety that comes from living with COPD is different for everyone. Being in a constant state of dyspnea can be unnerving. Your response to... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
Do’s and Don’ts of Accepting Help With COPDI’m glad that I learned some do’s and don’ts of accepting help when living with COPD from my mom. One of the hardest things for many people is accepting help... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
The Scooter MishapWhen I go out shopping, many times I use a mobility scooter. If I go to a small store I can get away with using my rollator walker. The large... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
COPD and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What I Have Learned While Traveling With OxygenMy first airline trip with oxygen was to the 2012 Alpha-1 National Conference. It was also my first flight in over 25 years. I loved to fly but I hadn’t... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments19 comments
Protein May Predict Which Smokers Will Develop COPDIf you follow my writings on a regular basis, you know how deep researchers are getting into COPD research. Sure, some of this research is complex and even confusing. But... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Four Years OnJune the 16th. I celebrated four years smoke-free and a new life living with COPD. If I had listened, would my COPD be less severe? Who knows, so dwelling on... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
When Your Kids Tell You to Quit SmokingWe were a family of smokers, except for my baby sis. After mom was diagnosed with COPD, all 4 of us kids told her to quit smoking. Her illness forced... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Targeted Lung Denervation for COPDChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease. With COPD, changes in the airways block the normal flow of air in and out of the lungs. This... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
What to Know About Philips CPAP and Ventilator RecallAfter many months of investigation, Philips has announced a recall notification for many of its devices. The medical device company analyzed risks related to several products, including: In the United... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Make Your Home COPD FriendlyWhen you are diagnosed with COPD, you will most likely want to make changes in your home environment. It is so important to eliminate anything that may be harmful to your... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Is a Portable Oxygen Machine in Your Future?My sister told me she saw someone with a portable oxygen tank and asked why I didn’t have one. Well, I wondered the same thing. It was around Christmas time, a... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments58 comments