There’s an app for COPD? (Part 2)...to provide direct COPD patient care.... By KevinDavitt5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dust, Clutter and Minimalizing...Dust is a big trigger for my allergies, COPD and asthma.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Blood Tests Your Doctor May Order and What They Mean...It may also indicate eosinophilic asthma. It's a protein in RBCs that binds with oxygen molecules. It carries oxygen in your blood.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Having COPD Is Full of Do Not’s...have COPD.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments30 comments
What Are Flutter Valves and Acapellas? ...Although, some people with asthma also may benefit from them.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Well Meant Words...My mom was dealing with so many things: COPD, asthma, severe anemia, and horrible skin tears. ... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why Does COPD Cause Fatigue? What’s The Solution? ...People with COPD expend lots of energy just breathing. While resting, people with COPD use up way more energy than people without COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Breo: the Superhero Inhaler?...Overall, Breo has been shown to help reduce the risk of COPD exacerbations by 20%. Breo is supplied in two different doses.... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Five Things to Ask Your Doctor About at Your Next Appointment...Ask your doctor about what worsening COPD feels and looks like.... By American Lung Association1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Diaries Aren't Just for Kids!...At the end of the day, record on a scale of one to ten (ten being a bad COPD day) how your COPD was overall for that... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
COPD Stages: How Are They Helpful?...Asthma attacks improve with treatment. If it doesn't improve or improves less than 12%, chances are you have COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
COPD Plus Asthma...I have had COPD for over 10 years and asthma all my life, I try to stay active, but some days it's hard to walk to my mailbox.... By CommunityMemberae609c1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Handling the Holidays with COPD...But while the holidays often bring loved ones together, it can also bring stress, which may be escalated by having COPD.... By balexander2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Understanding Nasal Sprays...As an asthma expert, I'm well aware that many asthmatics grapple with nasal issues, often relying on one or more nasal sprays.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Tips for Preventing COPD Flare-Ups...notice signs of a COPD flare-up.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
COPD and the Weather...Overall, people with COPD and other respiratory conditions have higher mortality rates during the winter months.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Coloring Books, Puzzles and Games...Taking a break from the worry of COPD and turning to coloring books, puzzles and games is a great idea! Do you have a COPD story?... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
7 Innovative Breakthroughs for COPD Patients...This data can be incredibly useful for managing your overall health, especially if you have COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Extra Struggles in a COPD World...My recent pulmonary function test showed my COPD as mild. Asthma is the larger pulmonary culprit. Sometimes I don’t know what is what.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD and Christmas Melancholy...Having a chronic disease like COPD can make symptoms much worse.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments