20 Reasons Why COPD Awareness MattersI’m going to give you 20 reasons why COPD awareness matters: What are some reasons you think COPD awareness matters? Let us...reactions2comments
3 C's of COPD AwarenessThree C's that can help you cope with COPD are connection, communication, and courage. It's important to stay connected with every person...reactions3comments
Exercise for Quality of LifePre-COPD, I had always led a fairly active life. Up until about ten years ago, I snow skied, hiked, gardened, and worked...reactions4comments
What Is a Quality Life?Often on these pages, we talk about working with your doctor to develop strategies for improving the overall quality of your life...reactionscomments
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...reactions41comments
Video: COPD Journey and SupportWe asked our community "Who has helped you most in your journey with COPD?" and we had to share these results! Some...reactions9comments
Video: Benefits of Pursed Mouth Breathing In this video, I discuss what the benefits of pursed mouth breathing are. If you have been breathing shallow breaths, or panting...reactionscomments
Diagnosed With Alpha-1, Now What? (Part 1 of 3)Editor's note: This is part 1 of a 3-part series. Be sure to check our part 2 and part 3! I was...reactions2comments
Video: Pursed Mouth BreathingLearning how to use pursed mouth breathing was something mom and I did together. Over time, it became a very valuable tool...reactions16comments
Pursed Mouth Breathing Exercise Now you will know the best posture for pursed mouth breathing. It aids in expanding your chest and developing core strength. We...reactions1comment
Overcoming Fear and Living Life to My FullestMany of us that have progressed stages of COPD also have a harrowing tale of our first exacerbation and the fear we...reactions5comments
How Can Doctors Tell If It Is Asthma, COPD, or Both?Some people have asthma. Some people have COPD. And some people have both in what is now called Asthma/COPD Overlap Syndrome (ACOS)...reactions11comments
COPD Lexicon: What’s a Breathing Treatment?So, what is a breathing treatment? Who needs them? How do they work? Here’s what to know. Actually, here's some basic terms...reactionscomments
Coughing for Better BreathingLearning how to cough effectively is an important skill when you have COPD. The congestion that often goes along with your COPD...reactionscomments
COPD and Self-EsteemCOPD and self-esteem. They seem like an unlikely pair, but are they? My computer has been sick and I finally took it...reactions10comments
A 4-Legged Support SystemThe other day my daughter’s dog had emergency surgery. The following morning, sweet Lucy passed away. From our own homes, we mourned...reactions5comments
Oxygen Users: Be Careful Around Open FlamesMany people in this community definitely benefit from oxygen therapy. Studies show that, for those who need it, oxygen therapy can help...reactions2comments
Thunderstorms and BreathingWhen I was a small child, I was deathly afraid of thunderstorms. According to my late mother, at the first crack of...reactions9comments
Documents Every COPDer Should Have - Part 1Editor's note: this is part 1 of a two-part series. Be sure to check out part 2 as well! I have been...reactionscomments
Community Feedback: Managing Changing SeasonsDepending on where you live, the months of April and May mean spring weather – the transition between harsh winter and humid...reactionscomments
