The Lung Transplant Evaluation Team...Also, if you don’t have a strong support system (caregivers), they know that the process will be very difficult for you.... By Tonya Hidalgo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Journey With Cigarettes...That behavior was funny, or so my caregivers thought. I was likely addicted to secondhand smoke from an early age.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments63 comments
What Is the Office of Aging?...Their web page suggests they host education and support groups for caregivers.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Forming Relationships With Respiratory Therapists...And when you know your caregivers, it makes it easier to play the role of patient.... By John Bottrell, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
What Is a COPD Action/Management Plan?...Also write down the names and numbers of your caregivers, such as your son or daughter.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Coloring Books, Puzzles and Games...Board games are great to play with the grandchildren or caregivers or spouse. Turning off the television and start socializing with others.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Tips for Preventing COPD Flare-Ups...Stay away from sick people if you can, by avoiding crowds or asking sick caregivers to limit their time with you.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Community Feedback: What Scents Trigger Your COPD?...Managing your COPD includes communicating with your loved ones and caregivers, and if you don’t mention what smells trigger you, they may never know!... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Understanding COPD Trends...The American Lung Association also hosts a Living with COPD online community where you can engage with other patients and caregivers also managing this... By American Lung Association3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Benefits of Respiratory Therapists...So, once you have your diagnosis, a respiratory therapist will educate patients and their caregivers about COPD and how it may progress over time.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments16 comments
BiPAP: Helping You Live Longer & Better with COPD...This buys time for your caregivers to work their medicinal magic to get you feeling better. ... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments31 comments
How a Dog Helped My Mom With COPD Flares...This can be quite frightening, both for the person with COPD, as well as their caregivers.... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
COPD National Action Plan: A Blueprint for Fighting This Disease...So, this goal focuses on helping people with COPD and their caregivers to not only recognize the disease through symptom awareness and earlier detection... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Taking an Ocean Cruise With COPD...My sister called an emergency meeting of “The Caregiver’s Club.” After mom’s diagnosis with COPD, we kids took turns being up in her business.... By Karen Hoyt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
My Take On The Importance Of COPD Advocacy...This includes spouses, children, and caregivers. This also includes nurses, respiratory therapists like me, and doctors.... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Your First Exacerbation After Being Diagnosed with COPD - What to Expect...And always post it in a visible place within your home and make sure any caregivers are aware of it.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments42 comments
Resources for Veterans, LGBTQ+ People, and Other Special Groups...Coping with a chronic health condition can be challenging for you, your family, and your caregivers.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical Trials...Lastly, patients and their caregivers, without these key players medical advances wouldn’t be possible!... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?...Uniting a broad-reaching community of patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, the goal of the Social Health Network is to drive empathy, support... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Top 10 Steps for Coping With COPD...Your family/caregivers are also important members of your team. Include them in planning and don't be afraid to ask for help when necessary.... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments