COPD and Allergies...COPD presents its very own set of difficulties for each of us in our daily lives. They range from tightness in the...reactions21comments
Former smoker...I started smoking in high school but only once in a while, when I joined the work force in 1965 I started...reactions2comments
Tidbits for COPD in Cold Weather at Home & Away...Cold weather is definitely here. With it comes a change in our own health. I don’t know about you, but my body feels...reactionscomments
My story...I was surprised when diagnosed with COPD. I had been to my doctor for more than 3 years and always complained about...reactions5comments
Five Practical Gifts Ideas for Someone With COPD...I work in a hospital and engage in daily conversations with COPD patients. Additionally, as an active member of this community, I...reactions2comments
Gift Ideas for Those with COPD...The holidays are coming! Are you trying to come up with gift ideas for your friend or family member who has COPD?...reactions5comments
Inhaler Use in the Hospital: What to Expect and How It May Differ from Home...Editor's Note: Please note that each hospital admission is unique, and the following account represents only one perspective. When you come to...reactions11comments
What’s Your Hobby?...Anyone with any sort of breathing problems and/or lung disease know that some days are just HARD. Using up all of our...reactions33comments
How Do You Entertain Yourself In The Hospital?...Following a hospital admission for a COPD exacerbation, you may reach a point of recovery where you're feeling better, yet still have...reactions1comment
Wildfires From Canada...These Canadian wildfires have had a serious impact on a large portion of the U.S. In Illinois, our air quality has been...reactions6comments
Warm Weather Impact on COPD Patients...Temperature fluctuations can significantly impact COPD symptoms and cause flare-ups year-round. In a perfect environment, it would be 72 degrees with mild...reactionscomments
COPD and the Weather...Have you ever experienced worsening COPD symptoms during certain types of weather? Whether it is too hot, humid, cold, or rainy? I...reactions19comments
A Guide to COPD-Friendly Climates...I live in Illinois, and for the most part, we have four seasons. I loved growing up in a little rural town...reactions91comments
Spring Ahead With COPD...We just had a time change and sprung ahead an hour. I read that the general idea of why we do this...reactions4comments
Spring Has Sprung...Yearning, I so want to smell the flowers. Wildflowers are my favorites. Yet, nothing compares to the aromatic lilacs from those beautiful...reactions7comments
Tips for Managing Springtime With COPD...Spring is my favorite time of year. I love that first day when the snow is gone, and the air is warm...reactions12comments
Do's and Don'ts of Traveling with Oxygen...If your doctor has prescribed supplemental oxygen, there is no need to feel that you will never be able to leave your...reactions30comments
Basics for Caregivers: Equipment...There will be an increasing number of pieces of equipment as your patient progresses. As each piece is added, it is important...reactionscomments
At the End of My Rope...I got my shiny new oxygen concentrator in 2016, and 33 feet of hose to walk around the house with. They provided...reactions42comments
