RSV in the News...As the temperature drops each fall and winter, so do our chances of staying healthy. Unfortunately, this means that respiratory infections like RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are on the rise...reactionscomments
Peer Pressure...I started smoking in high school because my friends smoked and I didn't want to be different, so I started also. After nearly 40 years (and COPD) I finally quit....reactions2replies
Mr...Turned 71 today made it another year not giving up.Feel my copd alittle worse as each passes....reactions3replies
COPD Triggers...Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease. This means that if you have COPD, you will have to manage it for the rest of your life. COPD...reactions8comments
Seasonal Anxiety...This is the most dangerous time of the year for some. If you are like me, depression and anxiety start to have their way with me in the afternoons, just...reactions16comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?...Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health...reactionscomments
Pulmonologist...I keep forgetting to ask my pulmonologist why he looks at the palms of my hands...reactions1reply
My COPD and how it has affected my life....I am slowed down a lot on most days so I have to make a plan each day as to what needs doing the most. I am on oxygen at...reactions13comments
How Do You Feel About the Word “COPDer”?...At my work, we often refer to our COPD patients as “COPDers.” It seems to be a term that is often used, at least by people who work in health...reactions42comments
COPD Delirium...Hi guys. Not really having time to elaborate but. This might be approaching the end of the line for my mom. I'm not sure if I should be trying to...reactions7repliesEnd StageHospice & Palliative CareCaregiving
Work Capability Assessment (UK)...Hi. I have been given a WCA date and very worried can anyone advise me on what will happen. I have been told it's a horrible experience and they bully...reactions6repliesAwareness
RSV...Hi all, this latest respiratory virus has me so scared I won't even look up information about it. I just don't want to know. I do this, I bury my...reactions6repliesCoping
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. People who have a weak immune...reactions11comments
Thanksgiving Struggles...Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! I hope you have a blessed one. I for one am going to pig out! This is my first year going it solo. So, I made my...reactions18repliesCoping
Chronic Bronchitis & COPD...Hi all, A friend of mine has been diagnosed with Chronic Bronchitis for a year now, they are 27. The symptoms they have are wheezing, mucus build up and a...reactions7repliesChronic BronchitisDiagnosisDepression
New member...Hi All: I am new to this site. COPD 2 years now. Up's and downs. Not nice living like this....reactions2replies
Come Along on My Bronchoalveolar Lavage Journey...What is a bronchoscopy with lavage? It is a procedure that allows a healthcare provider to look at your lungs. It uses a thin, lighted tube called a bronchoscope. The...reactions12comments
Clinical trial...I got in a clinical trial where they went in my lungs and gave the mucus a static shock. Did the right one first. And a month later did the...reactions11replies
Living with copd ...I have COPD and chronic bronchitis and asthma so hard to breathe I wear a patch so I don't smoke but sometimes it's so hard but I have good days...reactions1reply
Have Power Over Your Circumstances...I was diagnosed with COPD in 2002. I started at 20 percent lung function. Today with the help of my amazing Pulmonologist my lung function is at 79 percent! From...reactions10comments
