New BeginningsThe New Year is here. For as long as I remember, this has been a time of resolutions, where I always declare...reactionscomments
Identifying COPD Early On for Better OutcomesCOPD affects more than 16 million people in the United States alone. In fact, it's the most common lung disease in the...reactionscomments
No, You Can't Come Over for DinnerI tend to forget that not everyone understands what it's like to live with a chronic illness. I also tend to forget...reactions25comments
The Three Part Breath ExerciseThe three part breath exercise helps build spinal strength, core strength, and helps expand the diaphram. Learn an easy technique that helps...reactions7comments
Incorporate Yoga Into Your Daily Routine for Some COPD BenefitsStaying active when you have COPD is important. It will help your body stay stronger and improve your overall quality of life...reactions2comments
Types of DoctorsSo, it’s important to have a great doctor. But, you’ll also want a doctor who fits your personality. Here are the four...reactionscomments
Starting AnewSometimes, living this COPD life, as well as a life of chronic illness, makes it difficult to find things to look forward...reactions2comments
COPD Lexicon: Stem Cell TherapyStem cell therapy has benefited people with other diseases. The dream is it will help people with COPD. The reality is this...reactionscomments
The Christmas Epidemic: Is Christmas A COPD Trigger?Last year I made a list of “10 Christmas COPD Triggers.” Apparently I missed a key trigger: Christmas itself. Seriously, folks! Researchers...reactions5comments
Video: Happy Holiday Mindful MomentGetting through the holiday family times without stress or anxiety was practically impossible after the diagnosis of COPD. There came a time...reactionscomments
The Holidays and COPDMy family and I had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Hope you and yours did too. On my side of our family (which is...reactions1comment
What Am I Trying To Say?Whether we like it or not, we have moved to the fast track, which offers immediate convenience and response. We can email...reactions6comments
Myths and Facts About Living WillsA living will is known by several other names, including advanced directive, healthcare declaration, medical directive, and many more. There is often...reactionscomments
The FAQs of COPD Caregiving: Part 2In the first part of this series on caregiving, we talked about the impact of COPD caregiving on the caregiver. We also...reactionscomments
Tips for Staying Healthy During the Holidays With COPDIt's that time of year again... the holiday season. Certainly, it can be a happy time for many of us, with parties...reactions6comments
Slow ProgressI recently switched primary care doctors. This one is equipped to deal with pulmonary issues as well as day to day primary...reactions6comments
Time For The Holidays, Time To Be PreparedTime has been flying by, and once again, we’re getting ready for the holidays. As my husband and family get to know...reactions3comments
What is a Living Will?The word “will” can seem loaded when mentioned in casual conversation, and it might seem morbid to talk about or even unnecessary...reactionscomments
What I Wish Others Understood About COPDSometimes, folks think I’m lazy. And, admittedly, I am. I think I’ve said this before – in fact, I know I’ve said...reactions15comments
Living With: Interview with Advocate Janet PlankNovember is COPD Awareness Month, and the Health Union podcast Living With is featuring an interview with COPD.net advocate Janet Plank. Janet...reactions3comments
