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To me, a COPD world is a world where there is a COPD health focus. Frequently, we are reminded that we have COPD because of: It’s important to realize that...

To begin, what exactly does the term "airway clearance" mean? We hear this term a lot in the community, but what is it? Airway clearance helps to rid the lungs...

Temperature fluctuations can significantly impact COPD symptoms and cause flare-ups year-round. In a perfect environment, it would be 72 degrees with mild humidity everyday. But we can't custom order the...

There are ways to get cleaning supplies, toiletries, household items, groceries, and even a new pair of dress shoes to match your holiday outfit. But factor in COPD, and you...

Summer is almost here, and I don't know about you, but I have a lot going on this summer: grandkids' sleepovers and sports, the Alpha-1 National Conference, babysitting the grandkids...

I recently had an intriguing conversation with one of my COPD patients and a friend who has asthma. During our discussion, I posed a thought-provoking question to both of them:...

We are three days short of 2 months since my husband's triple bypass. He has come so far and has accomplished so much. He actually started working part-time a few...

I know that there are a lot of negative things that go with having COPD, but there have been a lot of positives that have come with it for me...

A COPD sufferer must walk a tight line between having sufficient humidity and not having too much humidity. As we go into spring and what is likely to be a...

The slang word 'ghosting' applies to the act of a person disappearing from your life for no apparent reason. The once accessible and supportive family member or friend vaporizes into...

"Attitude is everything." We have all heard that saying. But what happens when you have a really tough day? It's one of those days where you feel like giving up...

Grief is a part of love and life. Those dealing with COPD experience grief at all stages of the disease. You will start to mourn the loss of your previous...

If you look up this question online, you will get different answers from health professionals. Every website I have looked at has a different answer. On one site, it says...

My favorite team of all time was the Chicago Bulls of 1995-1996. They became the first team to win 70 regular season games and an NBA title in a single...

Editor's note: Always consult your doctor before starting any medication or if you have any questions. As an asthma expert, I'm well aware that many asthmatics grapple with nasal issues...

We often discuss the importance of asking your doctor questions. Inquiring with your doctor not only aids in acquiring knowledge and addressing concerns but also fosters a collaborative healthcare journey...

More than 15 million people in the United States live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Women may be at a higher risk of getting the disease than men. What...

If you have COPD, you will most likely already have an arsenal of tools at your disposal on a daily basis to assist you in managing flare-ups. When you add...

Have you ever had a great nurse? One that you feel went above and beyond to help you feel more comfortable? I feel that our nurses can be so much...

At the same time my job as a caregiver for my family was beginning to grow beyond providing care on an as-needed basis for both of my parents, I joined...