My Most Stressful Time of the Month...People who had their electricity turned off and they are struggling without their oxygen.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Give Me Strength...that if you wouldn’t sleep so much; if you wouldn’t be so picky about your meals; if you wouldn’t take so many medications; or even “Why are you taking By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Can COPD Cause Choking?...They conducted spirometry tests on people who had varying stages of COPD, and also were on an oxygen program.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
What Can I Eat?...According to the Cleveland Clinic, "Metabolism of carbohydrates produces the most carbon dioxide for the amount of oxygen used; metabolism of fat produces... By Carol Kirker2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Living Your Best COPD Life with Diet and Exercise...I came home from the hospital on oxygen therapy and today I accept that I will need it for the rest of my life. ... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
My Letter To Those Who Are Really Sick - Part 2...Your arterial blood gas results will show how well your lungs can move oxygen to the blood and carbon dioxide out of the blood.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Mind is a Tool for Managing COPD...What if your doctor referred you to a dietician and pulmonary rehabilitation, so you could breathe easier and improve your body’s ability to utilize oxygen... By Russell Winwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Invisible Illness...“You can’t have COPD because you aren’t on oxygen.” How about the look you get when you park in handicapped parking?... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
5 Tips for Managing Depression With COPD...My mom was tethered to her oxygen tubing for years. She bought extra tubing and connectors so she could cruise through the house.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD Awareness Month: Pulling Back the Curtain...Some may have to depend on oxygen therapy or mobility aids, which might result in giving up activities they used to enjoy.... By COPD.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
DIY Cleaners for COPD: Mom’s Recipes...She even used this to clean her oxygen mask later in life. Have you tried making cleaners?... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
How to Manage a Good Life With COPD...Oxygen is a drug, much like other medications that you take. It is important to confirm your numbers with your doctor.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Summer Heat, Humidity, and Air Quality as COPD Triggers...Moist air has less oxygen, which can cause you to breathe harder. Warm, moist air makes your body work hard to stay cool.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments25 comments
Recognizing Rare Diseases...I am on oxygen full-time and use a CPAP at night.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
How to: Beginner Tai Chi in 6 Moves...By practicing these forms every day, your body will begin to feel stronger, and your oxygen uptake will improve.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Why COPD Awareness Matters...They don’t know that the lack of oxygen causes problems with memory and your other vital body systems too 3.... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
From Caregiver to Advocate...I was the detailed packer, never wanting to forget medication or spare oxygen.... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Fear of Failing As An Advocate...For example, there was an incident a few years ago when a nursing intern took off mom's oxygen before helping her to the bedside commode. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Juggling COPD With the Responsibilities of a Family...Fortunately, I'm not on oxygen so getting into bed isn't too much of a problem.... By Liana Collet2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
COPD and Children: A Living Room Campsite...In the controlled environment of the living room, you will have all of the medications, oxygen, and comforts of home, if needed. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments