New To COPD? Here’s 6 Things To Know...There is actual proof that quitting smoking prolongs life. This is one of the few things proven to prolong life.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
COPD in America 2015: Caregivers...While 19% of caregiver respondents currently smoked, over 45% had either quit or were in the process of quitting! ... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD: Is There a Link With Smoking and Alcohol?...ways drinking alcohol may have a negative impact on COPD: One study found that being diagnosed with a serious, chronic illness often leads to people quitting... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Reversing Roles with COPD ...She set personal health goals for quitting smoking. She lived in our childhood home and began cooking more nutritious food.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
More Changes Appear...The thought that it could be enhanced due to quitting the cigarettes makes me smile.... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Blame Game...Quitting is so hard and a support system makes a lot of difference. Some are doing well with their quit by using Nicoderm or other product.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
COPD Triggers...Quitting smoking is the best thing you can do to treat COPD. If you do not smoke, do not start. You should also try to avoid secondhand smoke.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
A COPD Diagnosis from Secondhand Smoke...My father wasn't the big smoker my mother was and he quit off and on until finally quitting.... By stephk35562 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Acute Exacerbations...You can prevent infections by: If you smoke, quitting can prevent flare-ups and your COPD from getting worse.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Scared to Talk about COPD...First, the thought of quitting smoking was just too overwhelming for her.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Moving into Fall with COPD...However, by quitting smoking; staying away from 2nd hand smoke, chemicals and more; taking medications as prescribed; exercise; proper nutrition; and with... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Protein May Predict Which Smokers Will Develop COPD...Perhaps the best treatment in the earliest stages is simply quitting smoking.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
10 Ways to Slow the Progression of COPD...Quitting helps prevent further lung damage caused by inflammation.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
COPD Lexicon: More Pharmacology Terms To Know...These are medicines to help you deal with the withdrawal symptoms from quitting nicotine.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Mourning the Death of your Previous Life - Part 1...Any ex-smoker with COPD will tell you within a few months of quitting your breathing will improve tremendously.... By Mary Ultes6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments34 comments
Coping with copd...He will ask me every time I go to my appointment he asked if I quit I say no he does not say anything to me about not quitting.... By Charlotte Solomo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
The Benefits of Respiratory Therapists...Afterward, we work closely with them to find the best strategies for quitting smoking.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Links Between COPD and Heart Failure...Quitting smoking, and working with your doctor on creating a good COPD treatment regimen can help prevent the progression of COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips for Staying Healthy With Mild/Early COPD...Quitting smoking is the cornerstone of treatment in people with any stage of COPD, but is especially important in those still at the mild stage.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
So You Have COPD......You know I am right when I say quitting smoking is a must, don't you. So if you smoke, do it now. Quit. For you and your family's sake.... By derekc3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
