Dos and Don'ts for COPD InhalersInhaled medications are some of the foundations of treatment for COPD. Since COPD is a disease of the airways, it makes sense that medications inhaled right into those airways would...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Simple, DIY Cleaning SolutionsWith “Spring Cleaning” season upon us, it probably comes as no surprise to hear our Spotlight this month centers around tips and tricks for tidying your space. However, many of...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
More Than a Feeling: Tired vs COPD TiredSometimes the word tired just doesn’t cut it when it comes to COPD. Although symptoms can vary from person to person, many people affected by COPD have one symptom in...Reactions0reactionsComments126 comments
Tips for Maximizing Quality of Life With COPDLiving with any chronic illness, especially one that makes it hard to breathe, as COPD does, is no walk in the park. But the good news is that with the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Heart Failure: Learning the Signs and SymptomsIt has been established that anywhere from 20-70% of people diagnosed with COPD will eventually develop heart failure. It doesn't always happen, but when it does you most certainly want...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Six Steps To Finding A Great DoctorSome people think that if you’re healthy, any doctor will do. Right? If you have a chronic lung disease like COPD, you’ll want to find that perfect doctor: one who...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Your Action Plan for a COPD Flare-UpHopefully, if you carefully follow your COPD treatment plan, your health will stay on an even keel most of the time. It's realistic, however, to expect that from time to...Reactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Spring Travel is Around the Corner!Traveling during the icy and snowy winter can make anyone want to hibernate, and getting out of the house is even more difficult for individuals living with chronic obstructive pulmonary...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Top 6 Favorite Strategies for Managing COPDIf you’ve ever been to a hospital for COPD, then you’ve probably met a respiratory therapist like me. Once we get you feeling better, the next goal is to make...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
How to Save Money on Your MedicationsOut of pocket costs for COPD medications can be high. But these medications can be life-saving, or at the least, a great boon to your quality of life. So, I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What If I Have To Call An Ambulance?Having to call an ambulance can be very intimidating for some people. Some worry that they will feel sicker than they are and others worry about the cost. I can...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Women and COPD: How Is It Different?March is Women's History Month and March 8th is International Women's Day, so I thought I would use these events as a reason to honor the many women who are...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Spacers and Techniques for Using ThemMany people in the COPD.net community talk about "spacers" when discussing treatment, but there are also many people in the community who have never heard of spacers, and naturally, want...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How a Dog Helped My Mom With COPD FlaresThey say dogs are a man's best friend. Well, I'm here to tell you that they can be a woman's best friend and companion too. My mother fought her battle...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Community Feedback: What Scents Trigger Your COPD?For individuals living with COPD, sometimes, it’s hard to know what will trigger a flare-up. While many people enjoy holiday candles, perfume samples, and air fresheners, for a person with...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
A Letter to Our CaregiversThank you. Thank you for being our friends and caregivers (or carers). This disease is so very hard and everything you do makes it easier for us. You're in an...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dos and Don'ts for Taking COPD MedicationsWhen you have COPD, medications are often an important part of your treatment plan. Some medications work to control or lessen symptoms, while others are aimed more at comfort. But...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Furbabies Make the World Go RoundOne night at 3:30 am, my husband who was a police officer, brought home a puppy that seemed to be a stray. Oh the ticks on that poor puppy. We...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Confessions of a Crazy COPD Cat LadyWith a cheery "See ya, wouldn't wanna be ya," the Mighty Tiger zoomed through the open door, out of his castle and into the wild jungle beyond. He stealthily (yeah...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Do's and Don'ts of Traveling with OxygenIf your doctor has prescribed supplemental oxygen, there is no need to feel that you will never be able to leave your home again. There are many options when it...Reactions0reactionsComments25 comments