COPD Knows No Age...We are not able to diagnose, your doctor would be the one to do that. However, we can, and will, be here to travel the journey alongside... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Weather Outside Is Frightful for Those of Us Living With COPD...It’s late November, and we have been fortunate for the late fall weather. It hasn’t been so bad.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Thanks for Inviting Me...I was that guy with superman lungs, who blew up all the balloons for parties, filled the rafts to float down the river, and blew up everyone's mattresses... By Jeff Collings2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments40 comments
Making Lifestyle Changes Due to COPD...Of course, we are all in different stages in our COPD life so these adaptions may not be the same for everyone.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments57 comments
More Than An Illness...Yet another brews beer and makes mead and wine. They have all sorts of varied talents and arts.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Yes! Hospitals Are Safe: Please Seek Help If You Need It...Hospitals are safe, even in a pandemic. If you need help, please do not be afraid to utilize your local hospital services. We are here to help.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
My Family Picnic (Part 2)...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What Are the Early Signs and Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease?...If you are male, over age 65, African American, or have a strong family history of heart disease, you may be at increased risk.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The COPD Mishaps That We Don’t Like To Talk About: Part 1...It had been a while since I had been in the store, and this would be a great way to get some steps in for the day.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
A Heart Month Review...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
The Emotional Challenges of Being a COPD Caregiver...There are many reasons why you might be angry: Not all of these feelings might be totally justified, but feelings are feelings and should be... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Community Shares: The Painful Reality of Shingles...“I still experience postherpetic neuralgia, which is burning and sharp pain around the area the shingles were.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Different Kind of Thermostat: Part 1...They even expected to be scratched when I came home from work, or they would break out. My dad used to call me "his other son".... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Do You Have a Special Caregiver in Your Life?...I could still do some of the things that Skyler helped me with on those trips if she hadn't come, but it would have been much harder and would... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Winter Is Coming - Be Careful Out There...It has been observed that most of us with COPD are low in vitamin D and that we are more unwell and have more exacerbation if our D3... By derekc5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Attending Alpha-1 Education Day...This will be the second education day this year and will take place in Chicago. This will be the one I will be attending.... By Jackie English2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Time for Our Annual Trip...The reason they are so excited is that they are big fans of the Disney animated movies Cars.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
What's in Your Toolbox? (Part 2)...I don’t eat a lot of bread anymore. Foods that I used to have in a sandwich are usually now on a bed of lettuce or plain.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Well Balanced Affordable Meals for COPD...Pre-made casseroles, precooked shrimp, beef and chicken all can be found in the meat department of most stores.... By Mary Ultes6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Let’s Talk Mesh Nebulizers...Just be sure to watch out for this. Also, keep in mind that they may not offer a warranty. So, if they break down you are at... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments22 comments