What is Sarcoidosis?Fatigue, shortness of breath, persistent dry cough, chest tightness, and wheezing are the symptoms. Sound familiar? These are the symptoms of COPD, though they are also common symptoms of a... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Don't Be Afraid to CancelNever be afraid to cancel a coffee date with a friend or a lunch date with family members. Living with COPD is difficult and we find it difficult to plan... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Gardening for LifeOne of the things that keeps me going, even with COPD, is my garden. As I am writing this article, I am gazing out onto my backyard paradise. It is... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What Could Have Caused My COPD?Smoking and second-hand smoke aren't the only causes of COPD. There's much more to it! In a recent Facebook post, we asked our community members what they think caused their... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
COPD Mystic: Predicting Our FutureThe COPD mystic is an old friend of mine. He looks like he’s about 30, though I am told he’s more like 800 years old. Do they just say that... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is Saharan Dust and How Can it Affect COPD?I am a strong believer in "learning something new every day"; and I had never heard of Saharan dust until recently. A community member on Asthma.net's Facebook page shared that... By AshlenWeddington3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Respiratory WarningsOut of nowhere, a WeatherBug weather warning popped up. It said that the air quality for those with a respiratory illness is severe and people should stay indoors. Those aren’t... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
COPD and Cleaning ProductsChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term for a group of conditions that affect the lungs and make it hard to breathe. COPD is both chronic, meaning it will... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
What Does It All Mean?Editor's note: This is Part 3 of a three-part series. Part 1 can be found here and part 2 here. COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This disease is... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
There's Always a Solution, Part 2Editor's note: This is part 2 of a two-part series. Part 1 can be found here. Getting dressed and taking showers seem to be tasks that everyone says are the... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Story of My COPD, Part 4If you read parts 1, 2, and/or 3 of my story, you'll see that there are many reasons for my COPD. The story has twists and turns. In my 64... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
One White Pine: Building Spaces for Living & HealingProfessor and landscape architect Daniel Winterbottom has been designing and building therapeutic gardens for over 20 years. Here, he shares his unique viewpoint on the power of nature to heal... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Advocates: Mental Health (Part 1)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a three-part 'Ask the Advocates' series on mental health. Part 2 can be found here and part 3 here. We asked three of... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Interpreting Oxygen LevelsDoctors will often monitor your oxygen levels. These can be monitored by using a pulse oximeter. You can monitor your own oxygen levels at home by purchasing your own pulse... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments61 comments
Work On What You Can DoAlways look at what you can do with COPD, and work ahead on that. Don't dwell on the things you cannot do, otherwise you will be stuck in the same... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What's NextEditor's note: This is part 2 of a three-part series. Part 1 can be found here and part 3 here. There are two other tests that I would like to... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Pain is Common & Constant: The Impact on Quality of LifeIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of COPD.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments