Does anyone else who is on oxygen have problems with static electricity?...Now that the weather is cold I am having major static shock problems when I turn on a light switch, touch the...reactions1reply
Identifying COPD Early On for Better Outcomes...COPD affects more than 16 million people in the United States alone. In fact, it's the most common lung disease in the...reactionscomments
New Beginnings...The New Year is here. For as long as I remember, this has been a time of resolutions, where I always declare...reactionscomments
Types of Doctors...So, it’s important to have a great doctor. But, you’ll also want a doctor who fits your personality. Here are the four...reactionscomments
Incorporate Yoga Into Your Daily Routine for Some COPD Benefits...Staying active when you have COPD is important. It will help your body stay stronger and improve your overall quality of life...reactions2comments
Coping With COPD Flare-Ups...61% of respondents indicated in the 2018 In America survey that they want information on coping with COPD flare-ups. Kevin shares information...reactions18comments
What is causing my low energy?...I have severe COPD and on oxygen. I have no energy whatsoever. I walk 20 ft and lose my breath and have...reactions5replies
What is a Patient Advisory Council?...Patient engagement has evolved in the public and private sectors over the years. Many organizations including healthcare institutions, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies...reactionscomments
Starting Anew...Sometimes, living this COPD life, as well as a life of chronic illness, makes it difficult to find things to look forward...reactions2comments
Health Tracking Journal...When I was diagnosed with chronic illness, I found doctors questions as confusing as they must have thought my answers were. The...reactions9comments
COPD Lexicon: Stem Cell Therapy...Stem cell therapy has benefited people with other diseases. The dream is it will help people with COPD. The reality is this...reactionscomments
Does anyone exercise without supplemental oxygen?...My Mom has COPD... it is so frustrating because she refuses to use any oxygen outside her home. Does anyone in the...reactions3replies
My Holiday Goals...My biggest challenge during any holiday is goal setting. I want to do all the things exactly the way I did them in...reactionscomments
10 Rules For Determining What Medicine Works Best For You...There are many COPD medicines currently on the market. There will also be many new ones entering the market in the near...reactionscomments
The Stigma Around Pain and Medications...Chronic pain on its own can be difficult to manage. Unfortunately, chronic pain and its treatment may also have accompanying stigma that...reactionscomments
The Christmas Epidemic: Is Christmas A COPD Trigger?...Last year I made a list of “10 Christmas COPD Triggers.” Apparently I missed a key trigger: Christmas itself. Seriously, folks! Researchers...reactions5comments
Feline Self-Care...We were raised in a culture that said if we took care of ourselves we were being selfish, but have you ever...reactions5comments
COPD Anxieties: Loss & Progression...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the...reactions11comments
Video: Happy Holiday Mindful Moment...Getting through the holiday family times without stress or anxiety was practically impossible after the diagnosis of COPD. There came a time...reactionscomments
The Holidays and COPD...My family and I had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Hope you and yours did too. On my side of our family (which is...reactions1comment
