A Type of Stem Cells May Reduce Emphysema...Mesenchymal stem cells are stem cells drawn from adult bone marrow. They are cells that have not yet been told what to do.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
The Loneliness of COPD...Even if you are homebound, there are many volunteer projects available.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
COVID-19 Basics for the Immune-Compromised...If you are unsure whether or not you are immune-compromised or if drugs you are taking are impacting your immune system, contact your doctor.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Caring for Our Caregivers...They see to my exercise needs and are always helpful when I may be SOB (short of breath) and need a glass of water.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Learning to Advocate for Yourself...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Get Some Fresh Air...And “safe” levels of CO2 in the home are difficult to measure.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
What I Have Learned While Traveling With Oxygen...All airlines are different so be sure to check with your airline provider. ... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Why I Chose Not to Have a Lung Transplant...Steroids are one of the medications and most of us that have had exacerbations know what steroids are like.... By Carol Kirker4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments69 comments
Recognizing Rare Diseases...So if you hear someone say are you a zebra or are you wearing your stripes, you will know what they mean!... By Jackie English3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Planning for Springtime...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How to: Beginner Tai Chi in 6 Moves...Smaller movements out are better. These are the only movements you will do from the waist down.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Do’s and Don’ts of Accepting Help With COPD...From that day on, I began to thank him for keeping our heavy traffic area dirt-free.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
“If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It.”...For those of us with COPD there are those days, weeks, months where there does not seem to be much to laugh about.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The COPD Cure!...While some patients are not suitable, most are.... By Russell Winwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Eating Healthy Throughout the Holidays...Maybe this should be titled, “How to eat so that we don’t ruin last year’s resolution." Yep, that would be my title.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ask the Advocates: Oxygen and Shortness of Breath...You're going to be okay. Breathe and remember that you've been in this place before.... By COPD.net Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
My 5 Most Important Go-To Bag Items...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Navigating the Impact of GERD on COPD...She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Let’s Talk Biologics for COPD...Likewise, there may also be proteins that have yet to be linked with COPD.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
COPD Lexicon: Inhaler Terms To Know...They help ensure you are using the proper technique. They are highly recommended by asthma experts when MDIs are used.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
