Peter's Story...I didn't realise I was suffering from this condition for a long time. I had what one could describe as a bit of a bad time of it!!! For a... By petercox1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Ms Carol...Hi I’ve got end stage COPD which is soul destroying. I have no quality of life, I stop in bed because a couple steps and I get severely out of... By cazzy541 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
A Letter To My Family About COPD...Dear Loved One: Sometimes it’s difficult to talk to you, to tell you what I feel, to tell you what I’m going through.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
There’s an app for COPD? (Part 1)...And when a buddy of mine told me, “Kev – try this app,” I was hoping for the same outcome.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Five Common Triggers for Shortness of Breath...There are many different reasons that you may become short of breath, and if you are just beginning to learn about COPD, you may be wondering what could be your... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Things You Can Do to Help Those With COPD...COPD makes breathing difficult, and bending over can affect our breathing as it might not let our lungs expand to their total capacity. This can make daily tasks very difficult... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Helping a Pet Owner With COPD...Even if the person is going into assisted living, it may be best for all if the pet situation is dealt with through a third party.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My Illness...I'm coming here to get some support and to support others as well.... By stac631 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
And Then There Was COPD…...So, I’m new in the world of COPD. I have spent most of my life living a naïve belief that I was somehow safe from the harsh realities the rest... By Steven Workman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
My Top 6 Favorite Strategies for Managing COPD...If you’ve ever been to a hospital for COPD, then you’ve probably met a respiratory therapist like me. Once we get you feeling better, the next goal is to make... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Have Peace of Mind with Lung Cancer Screening...Between staying on top of breathing treatments, going to pulmonary rehabilitation and receiving important vaccinations that can prevent lung disease, COPD... By American Lung Association1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Frustration of an Invisible Condition!...Has anyone ever said to you, "You look fine. It's hard to believe you're sick!" or something similar? Many people in our community have expressed their frustration with COPD being... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Other Tests with COPD Part I: Sleep Apnea...We had a nice time going to our favorite places in town, especially the used book store.... By michelle.vincent4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Aspects Of COPD You Cannot See...Have you ever felt like you can't catch your breath, even when you're not running? This is what it's like for people living with COPD. COPD is an invisible lung... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
COPD Awareness Month: Pulling Back the Curtain...Running errands may be difficult since even basic things like grocery shopping, going to the bank, or visiting many businesses can exhaust you.... By COPD.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Beyond My Addiction...Knowing I could not develop the addiction again to the point of loving it as I had years ago, what was the point of starting it again? ... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
My Lower Body Workout Routine...After toes, I start moving my ankles.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Death and Dying: Part 3...Helping others, there is a passion for doing so. It's a good place. One extraordinary woman went to emergency.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Lungs Are Doing a Flip-Flop: Part 1...It sure is an adjustment doing nebs three times a day. The pill form is much more convenient; however, not nearly as effective. Guess what?... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD and Me (As a Novel Concept)...My sense of humor has always been an important coping mechanism, and I am certainly grateful for it now....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCoping