Keeping Up With Exercise...My pulmonary rehab was cancelled just as I was getting started. I was so excited to be given another kick at the cat!... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Brovana (arformoterol tartrate)...Brovana (arformoterol tartrate) is an inhalation solution used to control symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
There’s an app for COPD? (Part 2)...We have better medications and know more about oxygen, know you need to exercise and that pulmonary rehabilitation is a real benefit to those who use it... By KevinDavitt5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Foggy Brain Dead Zone...Do your pulmonary rehabilitation exercises.... By michelle.vincent5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
New Doctor, New Perspective...The doctor was intrigued at the idea of a COPD diagnosis based off one x-ray and a pulmonary function test.... By Steven Workman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Getting Diagnosed with COPD...All of this long-lasting thick liquid in her lungs was a sign that the cilia in her pulmonary system were not clearing out as fast as they should.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Confusion and COPD...Maybe your doctor would recommend pulmonary rehab! I believe that the mind stays alive when it’s challenged.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What A Difference A Haircut Makes...This COPD or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, often reminds a person that he/she has had to give up so many things that they enjoyed.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Absurdity of My COPD Life...Dealing with one chronic illness, such as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is enough. Yeah, well, that didn’t go as planned.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
COPD and Bloating...If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you may expect symptoms like being short of breath or coughing.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments81 comments
The Forgotten Exercise...When we talk about rehab, exercising, and getting into shape, the focus is often on the movement of arms and legs and on how we can build muscle, repetition by... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Trying to remain positive when the unknown outweighs the known...I have requested a handicap placard for my car as well as a script to participate in pulmonary rehab and still nothing.... By CommunityMember36e8fb1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Anoro Ellipta (umeclidinium/vilanterol)...Anoro Ellipta™ (umeclidinium vilanterol) is an inhaled drug that treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Incruse Ellipta (umeclidinium inhalation powder)...Incruse Ellipta is a drug used to treat people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Which COPD Medications are Best for You?...Some drugs interact, and your medical provider, respiratory therapist, pulmonary doctor, or pharmacist all work together to create the formula that is... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Fear of Failing As An Advocate...The biggest mistake that I made in this situation was that I did not take this incident immediately to her pulmonary doctor. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD Tests and Diagnosis (Part 1)...Part 2 will discuss Pulmonary Testing and more! Have a BED (breathe easy day) and BEN (breathe easy night)... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Summer Heat, Humidity, and Air Quality as COPD Triggers...If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you may find that certain aspects of summer make your symptoms worse.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Combivent Respimat (ipratropium bromide and albuterol)...Combivent Respimat is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a condition that damages the lungs and makes it hard to breathe... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Breo Ellipta (fluticasone furoate and vilanterol trifenatate powder)...Breo Ellipta (fluticasone furoate and vilanterol trifenatate powder) is a long-term treatment option for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
