Avoiding exacerbations...Hi all. I listen to all of your stories and feel your pain. It's hard to tell whether you use 02 24/7 or only at night or only when you... By CommunityMemberf9653e1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Preparing for Emergencies...Common reasons for power outages include: It is important to prepare for these types of emergencies, especially if you are on oxygen therapy.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
The Benefits of Hospice Care for COPD Patients...My grandmother did not want to die in a hospital, so the only signs of her condition were the large green oxygen tanks in the room and the tears... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
What I Wish Others Understood About COPD...much to someone who doesn’t understand COPD but, to some of us who do, it can feel like the Bataan Death March, re-strapping on my backpack with the “D” By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
“What It's Like to Live with COPD?”...I’ll strap on the portable oxygen “D” tank and do what I can. But I’m also lucky.... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Anxiety and Fear With COPD...If you are on oxygen, be sure to use it as prescribed also. If prescribed, this is important, to keep your body and organs healthy.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments50 comments
What's Next...Maybe it’s time to consider oxygen. Sometimes your doctor might need to know how well you are coping.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Can I Still Have Surgery While Having Stage Four COPD?...I did pretty well for the surgery, but they did put me on a bipap right after surgery because I was retaining so much oxygen.... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
7 Innovative Breakthroughs for COPD Patients...They can also monitor your heart rate, oxygen levels, sleep patterns and might even detect falls.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
A COPD Caregiver Intro...You also may be dealing with aids ranging from a cane, walker, wheelchair and possibly portable oxygen.... By Michael Vincent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Aortic Stenosis and COPD...COPD can cause a reduced amount of oxygen in the body. Doctors think this can cause the aortic valve to harden and get smaller.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Basics for Caregivers: Exercise and Respiratory Therapy...Help your patient to make sure that they have the proper settings on the oxygen for the exercise, plenty of water and a clear space to work in. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The 4 P's of the Holidays...When our obstructive lungs retain old oxygen, it turns into carbon dioxide, slowly poisoning us.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
COPD Treatment Guidelines...You may also need regular oxygen therapy to help manage your stable COPD.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
The Solution: Showering or Bathing...I am not happy that I panicked about taking a bath. I wrote part 1 of this story, which you can read here. My favorite thing is enjoying a hot... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Pharmacist Almost Killed My Mom...Mom had wheeled her oxygen cart out to her car. She was a go getter and didn’t let very much stop her from being independent.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
When COPD Affects Your Family...Everyone wanted someone else to help mom get oxygen tanks, meals prepped, or prescriptions filled. We were raised to honor our parents.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Expert Answers: Pulmonary Rehabilitation...It provides education for you and your family, such as how to use your inhalers and oxygen therapy.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home Devices...Other people may need a comprehensive home-based system to monitor their heart, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and blood sugar.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
PELICAN STUDY...I would like to let you know about a study about oxygen use going on that will help others and make you a little cash in the process.... By 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
