Why I Became a Respiratory Therapist...Of course, an even better part of the job, is when my breathing treatment is done, and you take in a deep breath, and say, “I can breathe much... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
This or That: Mesh or Jet Nebulizers...So, like an inhaler, they can be easily stored in a pocket or purse, and you can pretty much use them anywhere.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Laughing All the Way...Sharing a laugh makes it so much more possible. Playing isn't just a joy we remember from childhood.... By michelle.vincent4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Ask the Advocates: Impatience...When I am impatient with the daily tasks and my lungs for not keeping up, it is because I put too much on myself.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments27 comments
How Safe Are Your Blood Oxygen Saturation Levels?...But if your blood is low in this most vital of gases your heart will beat very much faster to try to get more O2 into your bloodstream to... By derekc4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
COPD: Now What?...Or are you wondering about the altitude, working too much, etc.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Friend, Rick (Part 2)...I didn't know what the future was like, I'm fortunate I'm a lawyer I have my own firm with one partner - do much as I want or as... By KevinDavitt4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Heat is On: Effects of Hot Weather on COPD...Having the air movement on my skin helps me feel much better. 5. When you nap in your hammock make sure it's in shade.... By michelle.vincent5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Life Is Getting in the Way of Living (Part 2)...This is getting much worse and was obvious on the radiograph (x-ray).... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
The Foggy Brain Dead Zone...It's begging to sound like I'm meditating all the time because I say it so much. “Um, um, um...”... By michelle.vincent5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Intubation and Ventilators...During these flare-ups, a person will experience symptoms that are much worse than usual.... By Leon Lebowitz, RRT6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Planning for the COPD Holidays...My daughter and I were talking about how much I enjoy writing articles and moderating for Health Union.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
There’s an app for COPD? (Part 2)...I think men are actually much more vain than women.... By KevinDavitt5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Overcoming Eating Challenges - Part 1...Too much and you become overweight, too little and you become underweight, not enough or when sick you become too weak to chew.... By Mary Ultes6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Well Balanced Affordable Meals for COPD...You breathe much better if you don't over eat.... By Mary Ultes6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
On Oxygen and On The Go - Part 4: Let's Hit The Road...I have never had to stop and get any oxygen (I've traveled as much as 1800 miles one way), but it's always good to know I can if I... By Mary Ultes7 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Leon Lebowitz, RRT...Leon is very much looking forward to being an active participant on the COPD team and community through Health Union.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
I'm 56 Years Old and a Mess!...I know there are millions of other people out there that have it much worse off than me.... By cynthiaamoore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Healthcare Team Who Treats COPD...In palliative care, the focus is on what you want rather than disease progression alone.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Steven Workman...Steven wants to bring a number of elements into focus within the COPD community.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later