Learning to Surf...Editor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. Jeff combats his anxiety by being overprepared...reactions1comment
Happiness Triggers...We are always talking about triggers. I’ve spent hours in discussion about what sets off my COPD symptoms, what I am sensitive...reactions23comments
Is there any more research updates on stem cell treatment...Most of the information on stem cell treatment for COPDare self pay profit centers. Research on stem cells for COPD has been...reactions3repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Milestones and My Continued Journey With COPD...We recently moved into our new home and so much has happened since then. As you may know, most homes in the...reactionscomments
Dizzy and lightheaded...I have emphysema (apparently suddenly end stage). I take prednisone 10mg daily, along with Nexium, Glimepiride, bp med + albuterol nebs. My...reactions4repliesEmphysema
Interesting quote...I found an interesting quote the other day: From John Wooden, former Coach of UCLA Bruins Basketball "Don' t let what you...reactions4repliesMental Health
Overcoming Fear and Living Life to My Fullest...Many of us that have progressed stages of COPD also have a harrowing tale of our first exacerbation and the fear we...reactions5comments
Warmer weather...I was diagnosed with COPD/ Emphysema last year and breathing was easier during the winter. But know I have less energy and...reactions11replies
I’m not new, just in a whirlwind. ...I can’t discuss with my significant other. He tells me, I lay like a Queen and give orders. For 3 months, I’ve...reactions3repliesBreathingCoping
Dentist Appointments and COPD...A yearly check-up is in order. In fact, I missed my visit last year due to COVID, so it is especially important...reactions7comments
Can COPD Cause a Loss of Smell and Taste?...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is actually a group of diseases. These diseases cause breathing-related problems and airflow blockage. While tobacco use...reactionscomments
FeaturedDoes anyone have tips for showering with COPD?...Share your suggestions for easing the burden of bathing & showering. ...reactions51repliesBreathingTips & Advice
Side effects...Did everyone receive their vaccine? I am concerned because I've been hearing how some people r not doing well afterward. I want...reactions5repliesSide Effects
I Stopped Eating Fast Food and Helped My COPD...I have been overweight for most of my life. I had 3 pregnancies in 3 years and having no tolerance for exercise...reactions7comments
When One Door Closes, Another Door Will Open...Have you noticed that when one door closes another door will open? Sometimes it doesn't happen right away, it might take a...reactionscomments
A Time for Renewal...I'm writing this at the end of February. I always think of this as the beginning of the end of winter. Spring...reactions5comments
A 4-Legged Support System...The other day my daughter’s dog had emergency surgery. The following morning, sweet Lucy passed away. From our own homes, we mourned...reactions5comments
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) for COPD...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a group of diseases that cause breathing problems. Unfortunately, there is currently no...reactions4comments
Red Wine...I’m wondering if drinking red wine will produce more phlegm and mucous, especially for those of us with emphysema....reactions4repliesBreathing
Being Envious of the Healthy...Everyone experiences jealousy or envy at some point in their lives. It may have been during childhood, envious of a playmate with...reactions47comments
