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...It is much better to talk “doctor speak” to each other....

...What I should be saying is, “Thank you very much, your kindness helps both myself and my husband."...

...Instead, focus on what you can control and take steps towards the best quality of life possible. How do you handle COPD’s emotional toll?...

...Keep water on the cooler side so as not to build up too much humidity and always have a fan on or a window slightly open....

...During National Family Caregivers Month, we recognize and thank the humble heroes who do so much to keep our families and communities strong.” ~ President...

...Having a chronic disease like COPD can make symptoms much worse....

...On days where the dust layer is especially bad, it may be wise to stay indoors as much as possible....

...It makes life so much easier. The couple of very close friends I do have know me really well and if I did cancel they would be fine with...

...Having a thick scarf that you can wrap around your nose and mouth will make it so much easier to breathe....

...Your loved one may be starting to find that he or she cannot do the things that once were easy, and knowing that you are needing to do so

...Mom was so much a part of our lives through this tool that during our most recent family trip, I felt a piece of our family was missing because...

...My days were just a revolving door of how much time I could spend in bed. I had 3 pregnancies that didn’t make me this tired! ...

...It’s so much nicer to find happiness in the projects that are done....

...offer to drive and accompany the person to them on a regular basis When someone has COPD, everyday life can be hard because living tasks can take so much...

...I had completed one before the lockdown but too much time had passed so I had to repeat it....

...Much the same as respiratory rehab, where they teach us how to live with pulmonary problems and keep us safe....

...When people with COPD don't move around as much, their muscles may be more likely to cramp....

...As I get more agitated and concentrate on how much I need a washroom, I get short of breath. Now, I feel the need to defecate too....

...I now have so much freedom to get out and about either with my hubby or on my own....

...Now wreath making has been so much fun. I gave wreaths out for Christmas 2017 and everyone loved their gifts....