Stopping Winter Weight GainJeff shares how he resists the temptation to snack on junk food during the winter. As he mentions in the video, always consult your doctor before making changes to your... By Jeff Collings1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Starting Your Treatment With SpirivaSpiriva, also known as tiotropium, is a common drug used in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The following will highlight what to expect when starting your treatment with tiotropium. Tiotropium... By Canadian Pharmacist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
This Guy Named TedThere was this guy that lived in the neighborhood I grew up in. I don't want to tell you his real name. So, for the sake of this article, I... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Hyperinflation in COPDLung hyperinflation happens when air gets trapped in the lungs. It is sometimes called “long lungs.” The trapped air causes the lungs to inflate more than they should. People with... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
COPD and Liver Disease - Could One Be Causing the Other?Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is a condition that may result in serious lung disease in adults and/or liver disease in infants, children, or adults. This condition is passed on from parents... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Taking Control of StressStress is my enemy. It can wreck my day, make my heart race, and take my breath away. How those of us with COPD handle stress impacts our daily life. It can make... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Comfort and Life With COPDIt has taken me a very long time to find my comfort level living with COPD. I am still working on some issues that give me a great deal of... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Disturbed SleepHave you noticed any change in your sleep pattern and how you get comfortable? I have noticed a lot of change. No longer do I sleep on my back, and... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Flutter Valves and Acapellas? I have been getting lots of questions lately about flutter valves and acapellas. A common one that has been advertising heavily is a brand called AirPhysio. I am asked, “What... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
The Things People SayI’m sure most of us are familiar with the term "invisible illness." This is a term for medical conditions that are not physically obvious but are life-changing. They can range... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments22 comments
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Exercise for Quality of LifePre-COPD, I had always led a fairly active life. Up until about ten years ago, I snow skied, hiked, gardened, and worked lots of hours. As this disease progressed, I... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How I Recover From Panic BreathingTips on how to recover from panic breathing include using a pulse oximeter, pursed-lip breathing, using a rescue inhaler, and more. Interested in trying some breathing exercises? Click the button... By Jeff Collings1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments22 comments
Over-the-Counter Mucus Secretion Drugs: Do They Really Work?As a pharmacist, I am often asked whether over-the-counter mucus secretion drugs are beneficial for people with COPD. Some people with COPD produce significant amounts of thick mucus, causing difficulties... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Experiencing COPDUnderstanding COPD cannot be done unless you live it. That is really true of any illness. True understanding comes from experiencing daily life with the symptoms, particularly the worst days... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
You Have Alpha-1, Now What? Diet and Exercise (Part 3 of 3)Editor's note: This is part 3 of a 3-part series. Be sure to check out part 1 and part 2! When I was first diagnosed with Alpha-1, I was still working... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Changing Medications and the Effects on COPD SufferersI needed a new doctor after moving. When we arrived in the UK, we registered at the local GP's surgery and I got an appointment to see her really quickly. This... By Liana Collet2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The Shiny Side UpJust like working through the different stages after any traumatic event in life, how we deal with a COPD diagnosis is different for everyone. Going on 7 years living with... By Jeff Collings2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
Long-Term Oxygen Use and COPDLong-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) is a treatment option for some people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This lasting lung illness can hinder airflow and result in low oxygen levels... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments