December 2020 Journal...Exercise and medications are the first priority of the day. There will always be bad days here and there or bad moments in a day.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
February Is Heart Month...Barbara’s advocacy efforts and writing continue to reach many. She will be deeply missed.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
SSRI for anxiety for COPD ?...I have tried diet, exercise, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, etc. Is this medication something that can be helpful for COPD?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesMental Health
Diaries Aren't Just for Kids!...Write down the time you take your daily medications. Also include any rescue medication that you took that day and the time.... By Theresa Cannizzaro, Respiratory Therapist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Don’t Forget Your Medicine!...This is sort of a nice little system I have developed. I always make sure I take more than one inhaler.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Always Something To Be Thankful For...Night time has come, medications have been taken. Ready are my CPAP and oxygen, a bottle of water is nearby.... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Lonely Days...Their discussions of loneliness, of no one to turn to, no one to talk to, no one to hug are valid, because they know how it... By Janet Plank3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Moving Out of State With COPD (or Not)...If I can't get the same type of coverage in Texas, the cost of my medications will not be in our budget.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Another Baby Step Forward...Oxygen and more medications than clothing filled my bags. I was ready!... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Life with Animals...They are so loyal, loving and caring animals who always give you their love and dedication.... By w9c9i51 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Broken and Beautiful: A Photo Journey of Chronic Illness...The bare branches of this baby cedar tree symbolizes pain and joints and bare bones.... By michelle.vincent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Tips for Managing COPD...The COPD medications that your doctor prescribed are there to keep you strong and level your breathing.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments34 comments
A Day In My Life With COPD...I do take an allergy medication with my morning meds and evening ones as well. Time to shower… again. My allergies do affect my COPD and asthma.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Aspects Of COPD You Cannot See...To prevent this, they must carefully manage their condition, taking medications, avoiding triggers, and paying attention to the weather.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
COPD and the Holidays...That quarter was a lot of money. And there were cousins!... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD Caregiver POV: Female Catheter...Devices like this one are helpful when we need additional assistance.... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Depression and COPD Part III: What Do We Do About It?...There are a number of antidepressant and antianxiety medications on the market.... By michelle.vincent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Finding Deals on Mobility Devices and Supplies...Throughout your journey with COPD, you will no doubt spend a great deal of money on medicine and supplies to assist you with your symptoms.... By Julie Sparks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Same Devil, Different Levels - Same Level, Different Devils...When you have COPD you can have only one of them, both of them, or you can have COPD with underlying conditions that affect how... By Mary Ultes8 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
COPD Awareness Month 2024 Giveaway!...This year, our theme is Here for Each Other: Supporting Our COPD Community, a reminder that none of us have to face this journey alone.... By COPD.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments