Mental Health Conditions Linked to COPD...Patients with depression are also more likely to have COPD attacks.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Your Action Plan for a COPD Flare-Up...Here are some things you can do to prevent COPD attacks from getting started in the first place. Who knows your body better than you?... By Kathi MacNaughton3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Anxiety and Fear With COPD...Knowing that we have COPD can cause us to be anxious, even cause panic attack.... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments50 comments
The Holidays and COPD...Cousins have passed away from heart attacks and other cardiovascular diseases brought on by years of smoking.... By KevinDavitt3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Expert Answers: What is a Spacer and How Do I Use One?...A spacer is a long tube that you attach your metered dose inhaler (MDI) to. One side attaches to the MDI and the other has an opening for... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Acute Exacerbations...Exacerbations are also called COPD attacks or flare-ups.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Beyond My Existence...The only pants that fit are three pairs of sweat pants.... By Janet Plank4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are the Early Signs and Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease?...If you think you or someone you care about is having a heart attack call 911 and get medical help right away.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Surprised diagnosis...I lost my father to a heart attack when he was 57! My brother, 5 years younger, has already had two heart attacks.... By msCentsibly1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Cardiovascular Conditions Linked to COPD...High blood pressure can lead to serious conditions like heart attacks and strokes.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
My Covid Hospital Stay (Part 1)...Panic began to set in as I was lifted onto the stretcher.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Fans, Breezes, And Cool Air...This was nice for those winter asthma attacks when my mom didn’t want the window open.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
It's a Pain...They thought I was having a heart attack, so they put me in ICU.... By Janet Plank5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments45 comments
What is Asthma?...This means asthma attacks are rare and easy to control when they do occur.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How is Coronary Artery Disease Treated?...The goal is to relieve chest pain and improve blood flow to the heart.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COPD and Medical Marijuana...Studies indicate that cannabis could potentially act as a means to mitigate acute attacks of airway constriction and may also act as a preventative measure... By KevinDavitt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What is the Most Common Symptom of Peripheral Artery Disease?...The plaques that build up in the blood vessels of the arms and legs are the same kinds of plaques that can cause heart attacks or stroke.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Halloween Costumes with COPD...Paint the box red and attach ribbon or an actual hose to the side. Get yourself a plastic fireman hat and a big jacket, and you're ready to... By Tonya Hidalgo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Changing Your Panic and Anxiety Outcomes...You can become short of breath without panic and without panic, you may be able to recover faster.... By Barbara Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments26 comments
What is Airflow Limitation?...Their lung function may be normal between attacks. With COPD, some degree of airflow limitation remains between attacks.... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
