Moving and Downsizing With COPD ...I have been talking about moving for about three years. My first plan was to move to Texas from Massachusetts to be closer to my son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Different dose for Trelegy?...Hello all. My asthma doctor referred me to a pulmonologist several years ago. After ruling out heart issues, the pulmonologist diagnosed me with COPD. I have been under his care...Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
COPD and Syncope...People living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may experience syncope. Syncope is the medical term for fainting or passing out. During syncope a person loses consciousness for several seconds...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Do I Need a Probiotic With My Antibiotic?...For people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD), antibiotic use may be more common than in the general population. Antibiotics serve an important role in managing some COPD bacterial exacerbations:...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Portable battery operated concentrator...Does anyone know of a repair shop for the battery operated concentrator? I'm in Joplin, Mo. Thanks...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & Advice
It put a kink in my everyday life...I was diagnosed 2 years ago with mild COPD...it has progressively gotten worse by this past winter of 2022..I see my doctor as needed but he really isn't very interested...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
advice?...Perspective? Advice? I contracted a breakthrough COVID in June. It lingered into July. After weeks of negative COVID tests, it recurred with a vengeance, leading to double pneumonia. The long...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may have questions about mental health conditions, treatment options...
Suicide Prevention...If you or someone you know is in crisis or considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or use the...
Complementary and Integrative Health...Complementary therapies and an integrative health approach are often used to treat mental health conditions. Complementary therapies include nontraditional therapies – such as acupuncture, meditation, and yoga – that are...
Coping With Mental Health: Medications...Treating mental health conditions with prescription drugs is common. About 16 percent of American adults take medicine for a mental health condition. It is not necessary to suffer in silence...
Coping With Mental Health: Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)...Psychotherapy is also known as talk therapy, counseling, or simply therapy. Psychotherapy is used to help with a wide range of mental health conditions or challenges. Therapy sessions can be...
Mental Health Myths and Facts...There are many myths and misconceptions about mental health. Because of the stigma around mental health conditions, it is important to know the facts. This article aims to dispel these...
A question about my Inogen one G5...I often times I get winded when walking with my One G5 set to 4 L/M, as the DR. ordered. MY question for other users is how long in the...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBreathing
What Is Mental Health?...Mental health is the range of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that affect your well-being and how you relate to others. Just like good physical health, good mental health is vital...
Headed to Arizona!...Editor's note: This is part 3 of a series. Be sure to check out part 1 and part 2. Well, we made a change of plans right from the beginning...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Will you take our In America survey and help others understand the true impact of COPD?...Around 16 million people in the United States are living with COPD. To better understand the patient experience and realities of COPD, we are fielding our 7th COPD In America...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
General Mental Health Resources...Living with a mental health condition may pose many challenges. It requires coping, finding treatment, and managing the impact of the condition on family, friendships, and work. Stigma can make...
Possible Cure for COPD...I don't know if anyone has seen this on shark tank or not, but on one of the programs they had two sisters whose mom passed from COPD and now...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Portable Handheld Neublizer...Does anyone use them and is there one you have had success with? Easy use?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTreatmentBreathing
