Reversing Roles with COPD Most of us know about children who care for aging parents, and how we switch roles later in life. In our case...reactions3comments
My Initial Thoughts As A CaregiverJust before my mom was diagnosed with COPD, I was living in Central Florida working my dream job, at Disney World. Every...reactionscomments
Basics For Caregivers: MedicationsOne of the most intimidating tasks is keeping track of the medications. In the early stages the new medications are manageable, but...reactionscomments
Straight From the Community: Results from the Sixth Annual COPD In America SurveyIt is estimated that more than 250 million people worldwide have COPD and over 65 million of them have moderate to severe...reactions7comments
How is Coronary Artery Disease Treated?Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of death around the world. Managing risk for CAD and understanding its signs and...reactionscomments
Is AFib Genetic?Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, is the most common heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It occurs when the atria, the two upper...reactionscomments
How to Improve Heart HealthAbout 6.5 million Americans are living with heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women of...reactions4comments
Aortic Stenosis and COPDNearly half of the adults living in the United States have some form of heart disease and about 1 in 10 adults...reactionscomments
Ask the Advocates: WithdrawingWe asked our COPD advocates to share about the topic of withdrawing. Here is what they each had to say. When I...reactions17comments
Ask the Advocates: ImpatienceWe asked our COPD advocates for their thoughts on impatience and here's what they had to say. Patience is a virtue, so...reactions27comments
Fresh Air!Is there anything better than being inside the house or apartment on a cold winter’s day when you don’t have to go...reactions19comments
Is Your House Toxic?After living with COPD for a few years, mom had her routine down. However, when I came home for a visit, it...reactions13comments
Everybody Likes to Cha Cha ChaAsk me what day it is or what the date is, I likely can’t tell you. You see, my weeks are cyclical...reactions1comment
Basics for Caregivers: Exercise and Respiratory TherapyYou will find other articles about the options for exercise and respiratory therapy, but what is your role as the caregiver for...reactions2comments
What To Expect in The Emergency RoomI am a respiratory therapist. I am involved in the care of people with COPD, especially if you come to the emergency...reactionscomments
Heart Failure: Learning the Signs and SymptomsIt has been established that anywhere from 20-70% of people diagnosed with COPD will eventually develop heart failure. It doesn't always happen...reactionscomments
On Death and Dying: Part 1I have COPD, which is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Under the COPD heading are emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and alpha-one deficiency. This subject may...reactionscomments
Remembering WhenAs I stepped out the back door and onto the deck, the heat and humidity seemed to wrap around me. I couldn’t...reactions5comments
What Do Respiratory Medicines Taste Like? Many of us in this community have nebulizers and inhalers. These devices allow us to inhale respiratory medications. So, what do the...reactions12comments
What You Should Know About Augmentation TherapyI am often asked if there is any difference in the treatment of patients who have COPD vs COPD caused by Alpha...reactions2comments
