Knowing When to Cancel PlansThere were many times, growing up, that my mom would push through almost anything just to make sure that no one’s plan needed to change just because she was having... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Successful Outings with COPDI do most of my traveling by car. A short trip or a long trip, I'm always prepared or I try to be, but even the best laid plans can... By Mary Ultes6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is A Skin Tear?Editor's note: some descriptions are graphic. If you have ever had or seen a skin tear, you know that it will never leave your mind. The way that the skin... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Expert Answers: Medical Marijuana for COPD?Several people in our COPD.net Facebook community have asked about the use of medical marijuana in regards to COPD treatment. So, we asked our expert respiratory therapists for their thoughts on the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Winter Is Coming - Be Careful Out ThereSadly, winter is approaching as we are into fall. With it comes gentle reminders to prepare for the coming cold we in the northern hemisphere are about to endure. Many... By derekc5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Take Care of YourselfTaking care of yourself can sometimes be one of the hardest things to do. As the caregiver, you are caring for someone else, and when things are getting tough, it... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Don't Breathe In - Breathe OutLike many with very severe emphysema, a component of COPD, my worst moments often occur soon after waking. Today was no exception. It is the moment when my long acting... By derekc4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
On Oxygen and On The Go - Part 4: Let's Hit The RoadIf you are on supplemental oxygen, getting out for an hour, a day, a week or longer takes a lot of planning if you want it to be successful and... By Mary Ultes7 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Flu Shot DebateI’m sure that you’ve heard this debate many times: “Why should I get the flu shot? Half of the time they don’t even get it right.” “It’s not natural to... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fight Against LonelinessAs a caregiver, it is important to stay connected to your loved one. One constant thread with those battling COPD is loneliness. This is even true for people that live... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Planning and Preparing: A Social Life with COPDIn my last article, “Having A Social Life With COPD”, the focus was on things that can affect us, such as scented products. In this article, we will discuss the challenge... By Janet Plank7 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Remember to Say "I Love You"Sometimes in the day to day activities it's easy to forget to say, "I love you.” This is true of the caregiver and the patient. How many times have you... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Traveling Is About The MemoriesRecently I went through a small bag of my mom’s things that my father brought me. There was really nothing of major consequence in it. There were a few small... By Tonya Hidalgo4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Workplace Accommodations Under the Americans With Disabilities ActHaving a chronic illness or disability can sometimes make it difficult – or even physically painful – to function in the workplace. But despite struggling daily, many workers are reluctant... By Mariah Z. Leach3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD: Now What?You will find that you and your doctor, as well as his/her staff, get to be quite a team. At the beginning of your disease, you may find you are... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
COPD and Children: A Living Room CampsiteWhen a person with COPD loves their grandkids to the moon and back, we need to find a way to keep them included as much as possible. Sometimes this is... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD in America 2015: CaregiversThe COPD Caregiver In America 2015 online survey was conducted to gather insights from 193 individuals who are currently, or in the past 5 years, served as the primary caregiver... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
On Oxygen & On The Go - Part 1: The Burden of Portable OxygenJust because you're on supplemental oxygen doesn't give you any reason not to get out and about. To the contrary, supplemental oxygen might give you the freedom to get out... By Mary Ultes6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments31 comments
Expectations on the Caregiver While the Patient Is In the HospitalAs a co-caregivers of a loved one with COPD, we decided pretty early on that we did not want my mother to be alone for an extended time in the hospital... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Basics For Caregivers: MedicationsOne of the most intimidating tasks is keeping track of the medications. In the early stages the new medications are manageable, but as things progress, it can get quite overwhelming... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments