It is safe for me to visit my mother in the hospital during the pandemic with COPD?...My Mom was transferred to Hospice yesterday, which is in the Hospital. They are allowing visits for my sisters and me. I...reactions4replies
January 2021 Journal: Where Does the Day Go?...As I climbed into bed for the night, I thought back on my day. Where does the time go? I woke up...reactions5comments
Mad at Myself...I quit smoking 35 years ago and I still have COPD because of it. My mother had it for years also and...reactions22replies
How long do you live with chemical COPD?...I also get bronchitis and pneumonia really easy. I’ve been in the hospital 4 times since December....reactions5replies
Chemical COPD...I was diagnosed about 3 years ago. Sometimes my oxygen levels go down to 85 with my CPAP on. I’ve been to...reactions1reply
American Lung Association Awards $50K for Regenerative Medicine Project...https://copdnewstoday.com/2021/02/09/american-lung-association-awards-50k-dollars-regenerative-medicine-project-could-improve-lung-function-copd/ 50k is not much. It's pathetic so little funding goes to COPD research especially considering the percentage of the population effected...reactions8replies
February Is Heart Month...The month of February is dedicated to all things of the heart. The feast of St. Valentine falls on February 14th. On...reactions21comments
Should I be using a dehumidifier or a humidifier?...Nighttime coughing and drying out... I don't know what device I should be using. Do I get a humidifier or a dehumidifier?...reactions4replies
Understanding COPD Trends...Dyspnea is a medical term for shortness of breath or feeling like you can’t breathe in enough air. It can be a...reactionscomments
Why are my father's SpO2 readings lower on BiPAP than nasal cannula?...SPO2 readings lower on BiPAP than nasal cannula - what's wrong? My father has COPD. He also is fighting pneumonia and has...reactions3replies
Has anyone tried the AirPhysio breathing device?...Has anyone tried the AirPhysio breathing device? Would like to know if it helps with loosening mucus. Thanks....reactions4replies
Living Through a Pandemic With COPD...Every day seems the same. It's the saddest thing watching the world pass you by. Every day seems to filter into the...reactions4comments
Thoughts on My COPD...Hello, everyone! I hope you've all had some good, breathe-easy days recently. It's surprising how the days are still flying by. I...reactions2comments
Organicell Regenerative Medicine...The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Organicell Regenerative Medicine permission to begin a clinical trial testing the company’s lead...reactions2replies
My Dad...My dad was diagnosed with COPD back in 2019 and was put on oxygen May 2020. He getting winded doing simple task...reactions1reply
Juicing for COPD...Editor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. I was at stage 4 the very...reactions10comments
Newbie...Well, 2020 has been quite a year. Not only was I diagnosed with osteoarthritis in both knees - very painful- but COPD...reactions4comments
Confused...Last year, after many years of being treated for asthma, a new doctor said I have COPD and prescribed Trelegy. I was...reactions1reply
Does anyone else have speaking problems with COPD?...I sound awful when I speak. I've heard myself on my iPhone when recording video segments. I had a painter in the...reactions1reply
Has anyone used a phone app to help with COPD management?...Has anyone used apps to track their daily systems? I found one in the App Store, it asks you daily questions, medication...reactions1reply
