No, I never smoked. Seriously....She went on to have 19 children, 13 of whom lived, and thus begins one side of my family tree. (Mom's Maternal line).... By careyje2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Down the Rabbit Hole...Just as we all grieve for a loved one lost, we go through the same grieving process for the loss of our past... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Looking Forward to a Brighter Future...I much prefer lighter meals with my COPD as it helps with my breathing.... By Liana Collet3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What Happens If I Am Denied A Lung Transplant?...Not receiving a transplant for COPD is not a death sentence. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Resources for Assistance with Household Tasks...We recently conducted our 2018 COPD In America survey to find out how COPD impacts those who have it.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Oxygen Therapy...COPD is a progressive lung disease. Over time, the lungs struggle more to take in enough oxygen.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Have A Good Laugh...There were times during the week that I could tell that she was getting a little down. ... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dust, Clutter and Minimalizing...Dust is a big trigger for my allergies, COPD and asthma.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Do You Belong to an In-Person Support Group?...Most everything we talk about has to do with COPD, from having Alpha-1, so it is helpful to them as... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I Love Everything January...I created a monster many years ago by making Christmas about what I could give others.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Glossary of COPD Terms...This glossary covers some key aspects of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Have a Fulfilling Life Anyway...In other words, I had to change my mind. For me, one of the worst things about COPD is the exhaustion that... By michelle.vincent4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Short Of Breath Embarrassment...I told her how I felt and what to expect. She was very gracious and did everything she could to accommodate me.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Some of Our First Thoughts...However, I took every chance that I could to encourage her. Mom’s first thoughts were very similar.... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Attitudes and Adjustments...I say this because, according to my doctors, I am in the late stages of COPD.... By Becky Brooks3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Ask the Advocates: Withdrawing...It became more and more important as my COPD progressed that I avoid people with viruses or colds and flu.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Stay Silly...We all know life with COPD isn’t easy, particularly when it is severe.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Many Choices Is a Good Thing...In the past, COPD medicine was a one-size-fits-all approach.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Understanding the Respiratory System...So, in my role as a health educator, I'll be covering some of the basics about COPD in my posts... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medication Management: A Key to Better Health...What information do they usually need? Have you, or do you know someone who has been diagnosed with COPD?... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
