So, What IS COPD Anyway?I thought it would be neat to take a step back and review the term COPD. We know it means Chronic Obstructive...reactionscomments
Going to Battle With ThrushWe all know that our inhaled corticosteroid inhalers come with their fair share of potential side effects. While not everyone gets the...reactionscomments
COPD Lexicon: Oxygen Terms To KnowYour doctor may use a lot of specific terms or jargon when referring to COPD or other lung diseases. By using these...reactionscomments
Why Is There No Cure For COPD?Why is there no cure for COPD? Why is so much known about other diseases, yet so little known about ours? These...reactions9comments
Why I Gave Up the Store Power ChairI needed a scooter to get around the store the other day, but when one became available I gave it to another...reactionscomments
Shopping, Oh My!For some COPDers, shopping is a thing of the past. For others, they still enjoy shopping. Which are you? I know that...reactions2comments
Find Your Community with InspireBeing diagnosed with COPD can feel scary and lonely, but you don’t have to manage your diagnosis alone. The American Lung Association's...reactionscomments
A COPD Caregiver IntroHi. I’m kinda new to this so bear with me a bit. I’m a primary care-giver for my wife (Michelle) who has...reactions1comment
A Day In A Life With COPDThis article took a lot of thought. I have other health issues aside from COPD, and one compounds the other. Sometimes it’s...reactions2comments
Sick of Being SickThose four words I’m hearing more and more. It doesn’t matter whether the COPDer is Stage 1 or Stage 4, so many...reactions4comments
8 Signs of COPD To Watch ForIt's so easy to put off seeking help. Still, the earlier you seek help the better. As a friend or loved one...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
In a Winter WonderlandSleigh bells ring, are you listening In the lane, snow is glistening A beautiful sight, we're happy tonight Walking in a winter...reactionscomments
A Pithy History Of COPD?Shortness of breath was noted in ancient documents. In the year 2,697, it was described by Nei Ching Su Wen in his...reactionscomments
What COPD Actually Feels LikeThis one is primarily for friends, family, and the general public. You know that we COPD patients can't breathe. We say we're...reactions15comments
My Letter To Those Who Are SickNo I’m not being silly. Many would say having COPD means that they are sick. Others think of COPD as having a...reactionscomments
COPD Lexicon: Basic Terms To Know“So, what does that mean? Can you put that in English? Can you put that in terms I can understand?” These are...reactions4comments
Happy New Year 2018!It’s hard to believe that the new year is upon us. My mom used to say that time flies as a person...reactionscomments
Care and Cleaning of Your Oxygen EquipmentSupplemental oxygen therapy is one of the most basic treatments for people with COPD, especially as the disease progresses. If you or...reactions5comments
Advocating For My NeedsBefore being diagnosed with COPD, I had been sent from doctor to doctor. It seems that what was going on in me was...reactionscomments
