Breathing Strategies: Which Have You Tried?Here at COPD.net, we are interested in hearing about which of the following breathing strategies and techniques you have tried with your...reactionscomments
4 Tips For Working With COPDIf possible, it’s a good idea to keep working despite COPD. Certainly COPD can pose some problems in the workplace. But, working...reactions4comments
The FAQs of COPD Caregiving: Part 1No two ways around it -- COPD caregiving can be challenging and sometimes thankless. However, it can also be rewarding, if approached with...reactionscomments
A Very Merry Christmas in the Slow Lane: Part IIt's the most wonderful time of the year/With the kids jingle belling/And everyone telling you "be of good cheer/It's the most wonderful...reactions3comments
What To Know Before Calling 911There may come a time when you need to call 911 for help, but how do you know if you should call...reactions6comments
Avoiding Fragrances In The Workplace Part 1If you were like me, you were raised around the wonderful smell of perfumes and colognes. I couldn’t wait to try on...reactionscomments
A List of All Inhalers Part 1: The BronchodilatorsEditor's note: This is part 1 of a two-part series. Part 2 is titled 'A List of All Inhalers Part II: Combination...reactions6comments
Different COPD Treatments TriedThere are many different treatment options for people living with COPD. This article provides information on a few of the most common...reactions9comments
Be Kind - AlwaysI’m told that quote is attributable to the late Catholic missionary – Mary Teresa Bojaxhiu, commonly known as Mother Teresa. She is...reactions2comments
Lonely DaysA couple of days ago, my husband’s son and our daughter-in-law came by. We had a great visit. Last night, my husband...reactionscomments
The Best Place to Live in the WinterThe best place to live in the winter is something that I have looked into for years. Being from South Dakota made...reactionscomments
Oxygen TechnologyGadgets and modifications of everything we use in the kitchen to sophisticated changes in top-notch computers are announced each day and celebrated...reactions98comments
Why?“He isn’t here for me.” “He doesn’t help me.” “When I need help, she changes the subject to herself.” Do these sound...reactions9comments
You've Got to Be Your Own Best FriendGrowing up, math was my #1 worst subject. I got as far as geometry and algebra but that was it. Science wasn’t...reactions5comments
Stress & COPD: What Can You Do?When you have COPD, it's perfectly common to feel stressed emotionally. After all, you may be worried about your future and that...reactionscomments
Education Is Key With COPDI am a COPD educator. If you get admitted to my hospital, chances are you’ll meet me or you’ll meet another respiratory...reactions10comments
Other Lung Conditions: Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, and Lung CancerHow does the development and progression of COPD (chronic bronchitis or emphysema) differ from some other well-known lung conditions like asthma, cystic...reactionscomments
Alternative Quit Smoking Methods - Do They Work?There are no two ways about it - quitting smoking is hard. Tobacco is one of the most powerful addictions, with both...reactions1comment
Other Lung Conditions: Pulmonary Fibrosis, Bronchiectasis, and Pulmonary SarcoidosisThrough conversations and discussions across COPD.net platforms, we have heard that some folks in our online community are living with other lung...reactionscomments
What Is Pulmonary Hypertension? Some people with COPD may develop a condition called pulmonary hypertension (PH). So, what is pulmonary hypertension? What does it mean for...reactions2comments
