“What It's Like to Live with COPD?”...We’ve had to change much about our lifestyle – almost no vacations, less eating out, fewer Christmas presents – and still - we are just getting by.... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is A Lung Transplant Evaluation?...Much will be asked of you during the transplant process, so the team needs to know that you can handle the pressures and the physical strains that you... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What BiPAP or CPAP Mask Do You Like Best?...Over time, improvements in their design have made these masks much more comfortable compared to the past, and I've found that most patients tolerate them... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Prevalence of COPD in Women...Women are much more likely to die of COPD linked to that pollution. Research shows COPD may be underdiagnosed in women.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Aortic Stenosis and COPD...This means your heart cannot pump as much blood to your body as it is supposed to.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD Triggers...Don’t be afraid to ask for help with household chores if it becomes too much for you to stay on top of them yourself.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
COPD Welcome Wagon...There were coupons in the basket for discounts at local stores, for maintenance and oil changes at gas stations, and much more.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Pharmacist Almost Killed My Mom...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...It seemed like we all kept an account of how much time we spent. Mom was the one who got caught in the crossfire at times.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Expert Answers: Pulmonary Rehabilitation...The disease management strategies learned during PR does much to lessen anxiety and teach skills to deal with COPD in everyday life.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
The Winter of Our Discontent: Mental Effects...There's so much out there to know; see what tickles your fancy.... By michelle.vincent6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Cardiologist...COPD can also cause the type of heart failure which can cause there to be too much fluid in your lungs making breathing even harder when you have COPD.... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The COPD Cure!...The fact is there is no cure for COPD, but there is so much information available for patients.... By Russell Winwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Making Life Easier...Laugh when life throws a curveball as you know you will get through it and be that much stronger after it.... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Thoughts on My COPD...It's pretty mind-blowing when you think about how many people are sacrificing so much.... By Debz Borge2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Self-Care and Why We Need It...Add on our daily responsibilities of work, family, and home and it can leave us with not much time for ourselves.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Continuing COPD Journey...Losing so much weight has led me to realize I need to get my exercise regimen back on track.... By Liana Collet2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
COPD Caregivers...I feel like I should be doing more on my own instead of asking for help, and yet it is just so much easier to ask.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
It's a Spring Thing...I am tired of being tired, and I am restless from too much indoor activity.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
3 Products That Make My COPD Life Easier...No, sadly, although recovery from any activity is much faster, breathlessness remains on activity.... By derekc5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments