What Should I Do During a Flare-up?...It is hard to slow down, especially when there are feelings that you may never be able to do as much again if you do slow down. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Expert Answers: Pulmonary Rehabilitation...In dealing with COPD, it might be recommended that you participate in pulmonary rehabilitation.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Top 5 Health Benefits of Magnesium and COPD...It could be that some of your current medications are preventing absorption of magnesium. No matter what, it’s an easy fix.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Coping With COPD Guilt -- Just Let It Go...Here are some ways that guilt can have a negative impact on your ability to cope effectively with COPD: None of these approaches are healthy or valid... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
The Importance of a Doctor and Others in Treating COPD...Wherever you are on your journey, know that we are here and you aren't alone!... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Make Your Home COPD Friendly...There are lovely safe alternatives and they are much easier on the lungs.... By Becky Brooks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Prevalence of COPD in Young People...While rates of COPD in young people are still quite low, there are some risk factors to be aware of.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What BiPAP or CPAP Mask Do You Like Best?...They are designed to be inserted directly around the nasal openings, forming a secure seal to prevent air leaks.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
COPD Indoor Activities and Hobbies...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Is COPD A Systemic Disorder?...These chemicals are called cytokines and chemokines. They are small proteins that tell cells what to do.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Catch Your Breath...Nights are worse than days, and big meals are out of the question.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Incontinence and Shortness of Breath...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments29 comments
Having A Power Outage In The Middle of the Night...Once we are back to bed, I begin to go through the steps of what went wrong and what could have been done differently.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS)...But not all of the newer treatments are 100% effective either!... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Be Kind - Always...And yet, on the other side (and we both agreed) there are days we could use tons of encouragement and it doesn’t seem to be forthcoming.... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
11 Tips to Prevent Respiratory Infections...who may be sick or who you do not know.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
3 Products That Make My COPD Life Easier..."Red" was about to be born. Within a short while, I had my scooter safely tucked away in the car.... By derekc5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
My Two-Week Experience With Healthcare...Don't be afraid to confront your fear. You may find that you are stronger than you think you are.... By Liana Collet2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Visiting the Beach with COPD...If only I had known about these chairs, it would have been a game changer. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Travel Essentials...If you are driving to your destination, also research as to where any hospitals are along the way. Better to be safe than sorry.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments