The Kindness of Strangers...There are so many ways you can be kind. Think what life would be like if all of us were more kind.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
6 Tips to Ensure Accuracy in Your Pulse Oximeter Readings...These are problems you should be able to resolve independently.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Squirrel!...We will forget what we are saying mid-sentence or interrupt each other before we forget what we are going to say.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Down the Rabbit Hole...By doing this, I have discovered reasons to be breathless on certain days. There have been moments though where it just doesn’t make sense.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Inhaler Use in the Hospital: What to Expect and How It May Differ from Home...If you are puffing on your inhaler all night and not telling us, we might think you are getting better when you are not.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
A Pithy HIstory Of Oxygen: Part II...You bet you might scrounge up some money to participate in this “experiment.” So, people were invited.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD National Action Plan: A Blueprint for Fighting This Disease...Those numbers are growing every year. And doctors believe there are many more people who have COPD but have not yet been diagnosed.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory Infections...Vaccines are available for all 3 infections.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How Healthy is the Air You Breathe?...But even if you don't smoke, but are exposed to other people's smoking on a regular, extended basis, you are also at risk.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Pacing Yourself With COPD: Knowing When to Push Yourself vs. Accepting Your Limits...There are three general types of exercise: All 3 types of exercise are beneficial, but should not all be done at the same time or even on... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Experiencing COPD...I’m tired of it, so you must be tired of it too. I have so much to do. I want to be the person I used to By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
A COPD Patient Interviews Me..."That would be nice," he said.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Well Meant Words...There will be times that you will try to push, and you will be met with tears or fighting. ... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Live for Today...The improvement to your breathing and quality of life will be worth it.... By Mary Ultes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
The Importance of Taking Care of YOU...or whoever you may be caring for.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Insurance Companies Versus Doctors...But they surely are not exactly the same.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments41 comments
Managing COPD With Other Illnesses...It will take six weeks to find out if they are, but the symptoms are gradually decreasing.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Why Does COPD Cause Fatigue? What’s The Solution? ...This may be what causes fatigue. Obviously, further studies are needed to prove or disprove this theory.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Incorporate Yoga Into Your Daily Routine for Some COPD Benefits...But there are some additional benefits that can be especially helpful for people who have COPD.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Basics For Caregivers: Terminology...Once you are able to explain it to others, you are closer to understanding the limitations for the one that you are caring for, but let me... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments