It's a Shame - Part V: Ideals and Stereotypes...“I know many of you are very active, spirited people who have been slowed down by your illnesses.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Attitude Adjustments...When you are actively present and showing grace, you are proving that you not only love him/her unconditionally, but you are showing that you are truly... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Time for Renewal...I stopped doing it and realized lately I have been complaining about little things that really are not important.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Dear Family,...I never wanted to be the wife/mother that depended on family support for the smallest things but here we are, and this reality can’t be changed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Headed to Arizona!...Both of us have been to Iowa, all the time, in fact, we only live 20 minutes away, but we hadn’t been to Nebraska or Colorado.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Do You Have a Pet That Helps You Cope With COPD?...She would lay by me all day in bed if I stayed there. She followed me everywhere, especially to the bathroom.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Why Did I Become A Respiratory Therapist?...Chemistry had been my high school nemesis, and the thought of facing it again cast a shadow on my choice.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Explaining Emphysema - Part 1: Risk Factors & Symptoms...This has been estimated to be between 85% and 90% of those with the disease.... By Leon Lebowitz, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
The Should Do’s in a COPD World...Some people with COPD might find they are losing weight, even when they don’t want to be.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Four Strategies for Coping When You Feel Overwhelmed by the Reality of COPD...Don't be shy and don't be afraid to press for answers that you can understand.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Expert Answers: Finding a Cure...Are they even looking for one?" Yes. Researchers are definitely looking for a cure.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Stem Cell Therapy for COPD: What You Need to Know...So there may be no real advantage to stem cell treatment. Or, could there be? We just don't know yet.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Symptoms of COPD, Some May Be Surprising...something that you should know of and be aware of.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & Responsibilities...The informed consent form must be signed before you can take part in a research trial, and your signature confirms that you have been given and understand... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD and Medical Marijuana...But today, marijuana can be eaten through baked edibles, it can be “vaped” (vaporized) rather than consumed through smoke.... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Coping With Mental Health: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy...In fact, it is been shown to be so effective that some doctors are trying EMDR to treat other disorders, such as bipolar disorder, depression, or obsessive-compulsive... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Could Aspirin Make Your COPD Less Severe?...More study is certainly needed in this area. Still, I found these results to be intriguing.... By Kathi MacNaughton1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Wildfires From Canada...Here we are over 1000 miles away and are affected this badly. I can’t even imagine what they are going through.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
I'm Too Young To Have COPD...It's a wonder that more people haven't been diagnosed in their younger years. We are not responsible for everything in the environment.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My Role With COPD as the Caregiver...They sure are beneficial to all. I want to train two of mine to be service animals. Why?... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
