BefuddledWhen my dad was sick, before he died, I was struggling. My sister-in-law and I took over his care at his home. Mom was struggling too. Everyone kept asking how... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
New Procedure For Severe Emphysema: Endobronchial Valve System?I first learned about this in 2015. The product is called the Endobronchial Valve System (EVS). It was supposed to improve the qualify of life for those living with severe... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments24 comments
Heart Health and COPDWe should all be aware that the progression of one disease can often lead to deficiencies in other internal organs. Our lungs and heart make up an important part of... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
What You Need to Know About the Link Between COPD and Lung CancerDid you know that people who have COPD are at greater risk for developing lung cancer down the line than people who start out with healthier respiratory systems? Unfortunately, it's... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Reversing the Stigma of COPDAre you one of the many COPD patients who are afraid to leave their own home? Getting out of your home can be a challenge both physically and mentally. It’s... By Russell Winwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
COPD and the Best Places to Live in the United StatesI’ll be 65 on my next birthday. I’m already retired and I have a number of friends who are beginning to file their retirement papers and do all those things... By KevinDavitt4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Transplants And COPDGetting a lung transplant is an option for some people living with COPD. So, what exactly does this entail? What are the benefits and risks? Is this a good option... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What's In Your Pocket?A few weeks ago, tears trickled out my eyes. With dry eyes, that doesn’t happen easily. Later when I talked to my hubby, I told him that today is one... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Get Some Fresh AirIt’s a common enough statement here in the U.S. Simply put, breathing in air that is almost-sealed shut, keep the cold away, home in the winter, is probably stale and... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Supplemental Oxygen May Not Always Be the Best COPD TreatmentSupplemental oxygen is part of the standard and accepted treatment methods for people who have COPD. However, oxygen may not be the best choice for people who are still in... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Power Is OutIt’s the middle of the night and the power goes out. Are you ready? You’re wondering how I know? It just happened to me. My oxygen machine beeps loudly when... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Targeted Lung Denervation: Promising New Treatment for COPDRecent research shows promising results for a new "minimally-invasive" procedure called targeted lung denervation. This procedure potentially offers a safe alternative to more traditional COPD treatment modalities. This therapy, called TLD... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Offers Promise for Managing COPD AnxietyAnxiety is a well-known byproduct of having COPD. Not every person with COPD will experience full-blown anxiety, but is it surprising that common symptoms such as these might make you... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
6 Tips To Avoid When Quitting SmokingSo, you smoke and want to quit. Here are 6 things to avoid doing. This is all in an effort to make it easier to quit smoking for good. You... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
COPD And My Medication ManagementAs the discharge nurse was going over my meds, I was anticipating explaining all of this to the pharmacist. Since being diagnosed with COPD, my medication regiment increased substantially. I... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Living Your Best Life With COPDWhen you get a COPD diagnosis, you may feel as though the bottom just fell out of your world -- and your future. After all, it's a chronic illness that... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Home Oxygen Delivery DevicesSome people with COPD have low oxygen levels. This may require them to need oxygen at home. If you require oxygen, you’ll need some form of delivery device to deliver... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Odds & Ends (Part 2)From speaking with other folks who have COPD and/or chatting online in dedicated groups, you sometimes pick up some good tips for dealing with things or addressing situations. Here are... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
8 Questions Doctors May Ask If You Continue Having Flare-upsSo, you have COPD. You’ve been seeing a doctor. You and your doctor developed a COPD Action Plan. You have certain medicines you have on hand. You may have some... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What A Difference A Haircut MakesHaving a chronic illness, such as COPD, sometimes leaves a person feeling down. It’s understandable. Chronic illnesses can affect us. This COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, often reminds a... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments