Medicare premiums for smokers...In some instances I know that smokers are charged higher medicare premiums. This was established because the medical needs of smokers are considered to be very high, and expensive for...reactions5repliesInsurance & Disability
Social Media Groups and Friends...If there is one positive thing that having Alpha 1 (genetic COPD) has done for me, I would say that it is finding my social media groups and friends. Starting...reactionscomments
COPD Anxiety and Fear...According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, anxiety is defined as: medical: an abnormal and overwhelming sense of apprehension and fear often marked by physical signs (such as tension, sweating, and increased...reactionscomments
Me...Almost 5 years ago I was diagnosed with cold. For years I had complained to my Dr about inability to breathe. His answer was walk, walk walk. That was the...reactions8comments
Boredom and tired of tv....Being on oxygen 24/7 and living in South Tx I can't go anywhere as it is so humid that I can't breathe.i decided to take online classes in medical billing...reactions1replyCoping
COPD and the Holidays...The holidays are upon us. For some this brings excitement; for others, possibly sadness, loneliness, or loss. Some people don’t understand. That can bring more pain. I love to think...reactionscomments
Private message ...I received a message from l think Leon, l think it was Leon, that someone, l won't name, wanted to send me a private message. I am not tech savvy...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
Remembering Debz Borge...It is with great sadness to share that COPD.net advocate Debz Borge passed away in October 2021. Debz was diagnosed with COPD in 2016 and joined our team in 2019...reactionscomments
Last update on Dan and vicki...Well hey people I just wanted to let you all know that my husband gave up the fight for life and passed away at home this last Sun. He went...reactions15repliesAwareness
vac with copd...can i take a 60 minute helicopter tour ride in honolulu with moderate copd. normal oxygen level is low 90s. do get short of breath if walking but so far...reactions1replyTravel
The first diagnosis...I watched my father-in-law struggle with COPD for several years. He not only smoked, but was a retired firefighter, serving at a time when the protection from smoke was not...reactions8comments
FeaturedCOPD equiptment issues...I was diagnosed just over 3 yrs. ago with COPD, put on oxygen right away. Over the last three years I have had 3 regulators fail. Yes, FAIL! Thankfully the...reactions34repliesTips & AdviceTravel
What's for Supper? Or Is it Dinner in Your Neck of the Woods?...Are you tired of the conversation in your house about what's for supper? My husband, Dave, and I have had this conversation for years and it gets old. Trying to...reactionscomments
Welcome to the Memory Wall...The passing of a friend, family member, or community member can be incredibly difficult, but remembering can be a powerful tool. It may take time to be able to share...reactions18repliesCoping
How is an exacerbation like?...Hello, I'm having a hard time understanding what an exacerbation is like; does it come gradually over the days, or it happens out of nowhere in a sudden manner? My...reactions2repliesSmokingFlares Symptoms
Distal Acinar / Paraseptal emphysema...I was just curious how many others are suffering from distal acinar emphysema, also known as paraseptal emphysema. From what I can tell this is a fairly uncommon form, and...reactions16repliesPulmonary RehabilitationCopingEmphysema
Bronchiectasis...Hi everyone! I have been having asthmatic chronic bronchitis for years and just lately, I have been diagnosed to have a bronchiectasis. Any advise as to how to cope with...reactions3repliesNewly Diagnosed
A Type of Stem Cells May Reduce Emphysema...A while back I talked to you about stem cell therapy for COPD. The idea is you inject stem cells into a vein and they travel to lung tissue and cause...reactions1comment
Don’t give up!...Hi all, Well, the last two weeks have been bad with Dan being in hospital again. This is the second time in two weeks.He is having a really hard time...reactions4comments
