Let’s Talk Biologics for COPD...Likewise, there may also be proteins that have yet to be linked with COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
What Is the Office of Aging?...For many, the service is free and administered locally by the aging office. There are a number of other things the aging office does.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hobbies, Crafts and COPD...There are so many online sites plus Pinterest, if you are searching for ideas.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Eating Well While Eating Frugally Pt 2: Cooking and Recipes!...And sometimes we break down and have easy pre-made stuff from the store like macaroni and cheese.... By michelle.vincent9 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
COPD Mishaps: Part 2...Of course, there are other reasons that we may be incontinent, and some of those reasons could be from medication, diet, age, pregnancy, infection, medical... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Always Something To Be Thankful For...There are some that share smiles, others a happening in their morning, others that share reasons why they are glad to be alive.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coloring Books, Puzzles and Games...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Have You Ever Thought of Using a Walker ?...As some of you may remember from my other articles, I am a co-support group leader in my area for Alpha-1.... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments52 comments
Tai Chi and COPD...They may even be able to recommend a class. Tai chi has become very popular, so you may be able to search online for options in your By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Why Do Most Smokers Not Get COPD?...However, there may be others out there that researchers are looking into too.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Medical Bills 101...I know that these are the bare basics, the minimums for keeping up with your bills, but when you are dealing with so much with COPD, sometimes... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Emotional Toll of Living With COPD...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments33 comments
Vacation and COPD...My portable oxygen unit has been unreliable, so I opted to use that for car travel only. I took small tanks for when I would be exerting myself. ... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
COPD Dryness...Some are sprays and some are gels. Many of these products can change the environment of your nasal area and can become addictive. ... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Caregiver Resources: Where Caregivers Can Go for Support...Millions of people are caring for loved ones who are sick or disabled.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Agent Orange and COPD...After all, it has not been used since the Vietnam War era. This carcinogenic herbicide has also not been in production since the 1970s.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be Shingles...I am hoping that it will be a one-time flare, not the start of a recurring problem area.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Creating a Quiet Space...Editor's Note: We are heartbroken to share that Carol passed away in February of 2022.... By Carol Kirker2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments28 comments
8 Things I Wish Everyone Knew About COPD...Many of these are people I meet for the first time when they are having their first flare-ups.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Am I Having an Exacerbation or Has My Lung Function Declined?...Oh my, this last month has been very stressful. My oxygen has been dropping and my heart rate has been skyrocketing.... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments275 comments