We Tried For a Transplant...The recovery process is nothing to take lightly, and the amount of medications that she would be on would be incredible.... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
‘Tis the Season to Be Jolly fa la la la la…...The holiday celebrations are supposed to be a time for family, and here she is, alone again.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Not Only My Lungs Part II...Sometimes they are related, or the symptoms are similar, or they share an impact on each other.... By michelle.vincent4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Have A Good Laugh...My mom and I grew up in the South. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Questions Your Doctor Should Ask You But Probably Don't...Are there any questions you wish your doctor would ask? Feel free to share in the comments below!... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Resources for Assistance with Household Tasks...This means that they may be able to help with tasks at home, however, these are limited to tasks that are directly related to managing your COPD... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
What to Know About Philips CPAP and Ventilator Recall...This could be life-threatening.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medication Time...Some of these are taken as needed only. There are other meds and over the counters for the rest of this body as well.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fire Season and COPD...The end of summer and the start of fall mean the trees are changing colors, the weather is changing, fields are almost ready to be plowed and... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD and Indoor Air...Our focus has been on the outdoors. The big topic of conversation is usually the weather.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Having COPD Is Full of Do Not’s...Because you have been diagnosed with COPD, it does not say that you are supposed to spend more time in bed, it’s important that you remain as... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments30 comments
Workplace Discrimination – Know Your Workplace Rights ...In addition to having a legal disability, you must be a qualified employee to be protected by the ADA.... By Mariah Z. Leach5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The FAQs of COPD Caregiving: Part 2...: (1-800-677-1116) can direct you to the Area Agency on Aging that serves the area your loved one lives in.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Seasons of Life...I have been there with my mom.... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Expert Answers: Pain Relief with COPD...If you have COPD and are having significant pain, talk with your doctor about it. If you are struggling emotionally with pain, ask for help.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Sharing my COPD Journey!...Marathons are very hard on the body. I do them as I enjoy the challenge.... By Russell Winwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Community Shares: Did Your Doctor Talk to You About Shingles?...“It was not in the discussion PRIOR to my getting shingles, but has been annually since.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
From Caregiver to Advocate...you are not alone.... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The COPD Journey Continues...If some days are less, that's fine. At least I've still exercised! Life is a gift to be cherished and to be lived. Don't quit.... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
FDA Approves First Generic of Proventil HFA, A Commonly Used Albuterol Inhaler...not be taking it otherwise.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments