Respiratory Infections 101...Respiratory infections typically are caused by respiratory viruses.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
What Do Respiratory Medicines Taste Like? ...These devices allow us to inhale respiratory medications. So, what do the different respiratory medications taste like? Let’s discuss.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Exercise and Exertion...The facilitators are nurses and respiratory therapists who will teach you to control your breath and to use pursed lips during times of exertion. ... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
The Thing About Anxiety...I got one of the best respiratory therapists ever. He was gracious enough to work with me one on one.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
How Do I Connect With Real People Living With COPD?...the articles on this website are authored by individuals who have firsthand experience with COPD or are healthcare professionals, such as registered respiratory... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Understanding the Respiratory System...What is the respiratory system?... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cough With COPD: What's Normal and What's Not?...When your usual COPD cough changes, be on the lookout for other signs of respiratory infection because that is likely what is going on.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
10 Tips For Managing COPD...Most communities also have experts who specialize in COPD wisdom, such as doctors, nurses, and respiratory therapists like me.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do You Know These Ten Things About COPD?...This is according to new research published online in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. 4.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Community Feedback: Relief For Rib Cramping...“I would suggest a good massage therapist for everyone...that's what helps me.”... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Other Lung Conditions: Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis, and Lung Cancer...Read and learn about these respiratory conditions below, and share your experiences with us in the comments!... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Thunderstorms and Breathing...to respiratory health difficulties.... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Expert Answers: Pulmonary Rehabilitation...Many people have questions about what pulmonary rehab is, and why a person should participate in it, so we asked our expert respiratory therapists John... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
11 Tips to Prevent Respiratory Infections...If you are worried about getting sick from respiratory infections like cold, flu, or RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), it is important to take precautions... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory Infections...The flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Benefits of Hospice Care for COPD Patients...A massage therapist came once a week, and a CNA provided respite for me. The team also consisted of a social worker and a chaplain.... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is It a Lung Infection or a COPD Flare-up?...While upper respiratory infections occur even in people with healthy lungs, lower respiratory infections do not.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments31 comments
What is COPD Staging?...Most of us are familiar with the GOLD staging of respiratory health.... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The Basics...Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sharing my COPD Journey!...In 2017 I started a podcast series where I interview experts and healthcare professionals on different topics relating to respiratory disease.... By Russell Winwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments