Having a Runny or Stuffy Nose While on OxygenSome people might get a runny nose or a stuffy nose while on supplemental oxygen. In my case, I have both. You'd...reactions22comments
Baseball vs. COPDWe are approaching the middle of the summer season. The smell of fresh-cut grass and the sounds of the ice cream man...reactions3comments
Bloated Belly With COPDWhen mom had a bloated belly with COPD, her skin felt tight and stretched. I remember how she would make a joke...reactions28comments
How Do I Connect With Real People Living With COPD?Getting through life with COPD can sometimes feel intimidating or confusing, particularly when facing it without support. After receiving the diagnosis of...reactions5comments
5 Tips for Managing Depression With COPDMy mom was an open book. Whatever she was going through, those close to her knew about it. She spoke in plain...reactionscomments
The COPD Declaration of IndependenceAs we turn the calendar page to July, we come upon the most American holiday of all: the Fourth of July (Independence...reactions2comments
Telehealth for COPDTelehealth use is defined as an appointment with a doctor, nurse, or other health professional by video or phone. In 2021, telemedicine...reactions2comments
What BiPAP or CPAP Mask Do You Like Best?If your doctor suggests trying a non-invasive ventilation (NIV) device like CPAP, BiPAP, or Trilogy ventilators, you might hesitate because you're not...reactions11comments
Prevalence of COPD in Young PeopleChronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) has long been associated with older age. But a trend is beginning to emerge. An increasing number...reactionscomments
How To Support Someone With COPDHaving a friend or loved one with COPD can be challenging, both for them and for those who care about them. Here...reactions4comments
Losing Our COPD FriendsI recently wrote about the positive things that have happened because of having COPD. One of the things listed in that article...reactionscomments
A COPD Travel GuideIt is getting to be that time again for me to travel for the annual Alpha-1 national conference and I know some...reactionscomments
Medication Management: A Key to Better HealthLooking back in time, I can still remember my words, "I don't take medication, not even an aspirin." And I didn't. If...reactions2comments
Sexual Health and Intimacy With COPDChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an ongoing (chronic) condition. COPD affects the lungs. It can cause difficulty breathing, coughing, or a...reactions3comments
Oxygen Use While Traveling With COPDThe spring and summer months offer a great time to get out there and enjoy a vacation. Yet, for those with COPD...reactions7comments
Coping With Life’s Difficulties in a COPD WorldTo me, a COPD world is a world where there is a COPD health focus. Frequently, we are reminded that we have...reactionscomments
Do You Practice COPD Airway Clearance?To begin, what exactly does the term "airway clearance" mean? We hear this term a lot in the community, but what is...reactions2comments
Warm Weather Impact on COPD PatientsTemperature fluctuations can significantly impact COPD symptoms and cause flare-ups year-round. In a perfect environment, it would be 72 degrees with mild...reactionscomments
Shopping With COPD: Virtual and In-PersonThere are ways to get cleaning supplies, toiletries, household items, groceries, and even a new pair of dress shoes to match your...reactionscomments
5 Tips To Help You Get Through SummerSummer is almost here, and I don't know about you, but I have a lot going on this summer: grandkids' sleepovers and...reactions4comments
