Quitting cigarettes...Inpatient programs to help with smoking cessation. Why aren't they available?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
Dear Doctor...This can be done by quitting smoking and avoiding others who smoke. No one should ever be able to smoke in your house.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
COPD...I'm worried out of breath just confused can somebody elaborate on this am I the only one is this normal for most people will quitting smoking and help... By Miranda1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Learning to Cope: Making Lifestyle Changes...There is good reason for this, as quitting smoking slows the progression of the disease so you can live longer and better with COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The first diagnosis...I had smoked for 45 years with many attempts at quitting so it wasn’t a very big shock.... By DMC531 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
My Illness...I smoked for many years, and I'm just now working towards quitting. I have another site for that that helps me out tremendously.... By stac631 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
COPD Myths and Misconceptions...COPD does not have a cure, and even quitting smoking will not make it go away.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Treatment For Early Stage COPD...One example of a lifestyle change is quitting smoking if you smoke. Many studies have shown that quitting smoking can prolong your life.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Please help. I have constant phlegm! Will it go away?...I just can't believe how fast my breathing and energy declined after quitting smoking!!... By paulcubberly1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Generations of smokers...I've attempted and failed so many times at quitting smoking. I've come to the realization. I may never quit.... By jriv2111 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
COPD, Obesity and Me...I have been known to say that quitting smoking was much easier than losing weight, because we have to eat.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
How Long Will I Live With COPD?...Whether it’s quitting smoking, sticking to your treatment plan, staying physically active, or regularly following up with your doctor, these measures can... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
COPD and Men...Compared with women who have COPD, men with COPD may benefit more from quitting smoking. Stopping smoking may prevent COPD, especially for men.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Life changes but never let it win...That's when I said to the family that I was quitting smoking. Since giving up my diet as got better and I can taste what I am eating.... By probbo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Do You Know These Ten Things About COPD?...You can’t reverse the lung tissue damage, however you can slow the destruction and manage the disease by quitting smoking, exercising, prescribed medications... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Moving Mom in With COPD ...I had been an off-and-on smoker and shared some of the tips that I used when quitting. She was open-minded, but her nerves were shot.... By Karen Hoyt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
It's a Shame - Part 3: What It Means to Be Strong...Admitting that you have limitations and trying to observe and deal with those is not quitting or being weak, it is being smart and surviving.”... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
BenDavis' Diagnosis...then copd shortly after that just had a flareup recovered with prednisolone quit smoking breathing good but can I expect to improve a little more from quitting...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Another Smoking Story...For the first 6 months or so after quitting I felt pretty good.... By newguy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Basics for Caregivers: Exercise and Respiratory Therapy...It is like starting an exercise program and quitting just after you learn the exercises. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments