COPD and the HolidaysThe holidays are upon us. For some this brings excitement; for others, possibly sadness, loneliness, or loss. Some people don’t understand. That...reactionscomments
Remembering Debz BorgeIt is with great sadness to share that COPD.net advocate Debz Borge passed away in October 2021. Debz was diagnosed with COPD...reactionscomments
What's for Supper? Or Is it Dinner in Your Neck of the Woods?Are you tired of the conversation in your house about what's for supper? My husband, Dave, and I have had this conversation...reactionscomments
A Type of Stem Cells May Reduce EmphysemaA while back I talked to you about stem cell therapy for COPD. The idea is you inject stem cells into a vein...reactions1comment
Another Year Older!Today I am another year older - 51. Wow! I used to think my parents were so old when they were this...reactions1comment
Stay SillyWe all know life with COPD isn’t easy, particularly when it is severe. We spend a great deal of time managing the...reactions20comments
Like Thieves in the NightIt is week 65 of the biggest pandemic of our lives. Our province of Ontario, Canada is in its 3rd lockdown. We...reactions3comments
Dear DoctorDear Doctor, You are a very important person with regards to my COPD health as well as my whole life with COPD...reactions2comments
Does Morphine Help With COPD? Morphine is an age-old medicine used to relieve pain though it has other uses too. In fact, it is sometimes used as...reactions6comments
Shaking Off Those Psychological DemonsCOPD opens the floodgates to many psychological demons. Some of the demons that plague me are depression, embarrassment, fear, and feelings of worthlessness. ...reactions19comments
What to ExpectMy first exacerbation made me think I was DYING! It was actually horrible. One day I was working two jobs and loving...reactions8comments
Resources for Reduced Cost HealthcarePrescriptions, scent-free laundry detergent, over-the-counter products, special cleaning products, all these items can add up and can make living with or caring...reactions4comments
Zoom Changed My LifeBefore the pandemic, I didn’t have any knowledge of the Zoom program. I think that is true for many on a personal...reactions5comments
The 4 People Everyone NeedsEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. We, humans, were not meant to do...reactions7comments
AcceptanceOver the years, I've been called stubborn and bullheaded. Determined, a doer, responsible, organized, and even a quitter. Each and every word...reactions3comments
Medicine Going Forward in the New WorldAt the end of 2019, I saw a pulmonary specialist. The frequency of visits is twice a year unless I need him...reactions5comments
Dealing With Other IllnessHave you found that after your diagnosis of COPD you now start to have other illnesses creep in? Or maybe you had...reactions11comments
What Is the Office of Aging?Two years ago at age 65, I qualified for Medicare. In order to “get it right,” I called on an expert. Her...reactionscomments
The Importance of a Doctor and Others in Treating COPDOnce upon a time, back in my day, there was one doctor for everything. At that time, in my area anyway, the...reactionscomments
Forest BathingBy definition, forest bathing is immersing yourself in nature in a mindful way. The term (shinrin-yoku) originated in Japan, acknowledging that time...reactions3comments
