Exercise is Your FriendEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. After enduring years of debilitating COPD, Jeff faced a life-changing moment: a double lung transplant...reactions2comments
Donating Plasma for Alpha-1 PatientsJackie strongly emphasizes the essential significance of plasma donation in bringing hope and support to persons who struggle with Alpha-1. Donation improves and saves lives!...reactions3comments
Getting Some SunJackie believes in the value of getting some sun and enjoys sitting outdoors. Follow her as she sits outdoors, taking in the sounds of the world around her...reactions3comments
The Importance of ExerciseThere are many significant benefits that may benefit one's health from participating in physical exercise. Jackie describes the benefits of exercise for her COPD and how she works out even...reactions4comments
Overnight Sleep StudyWhen it comes to sleeping, those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often have trouble getting a good night's rest. People who have COPD have an increased risk of developing...reactions6comments
Are You Working on Self Development or Shelf Development?Editor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. Jeff speaks to the importance of working to better ourselves despite being faced with a...reactions1comment
Recovering From PneumoniaGetting pneumonia can be scary for anyone, especially for somebody living with COPD. Jackie discusses a recent bout with the infection and her recovery. How are you doing today?...reactions7comments
The Future Is NowEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. How good would it be if the doctor came to your house instead? Well, the...reactions5comments
Listen to Your BodyEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. Jeff speaks about the importance of listening to your body as someone living with COPD...reactions4comments
Death With DignityJackie tackles the important topic of end-of-life choices and encourages others to consider their wishes. Do you have a COPD story? Click the button below to share with our...reactions7comments
Bit By the Procrastination BugEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. Even with stage 4 COPD like me, we all need the motivation to keep moving...reactions8comments
Easy Tai Chi With COPDMany tai chi classes seem complex and involve a lot of fancy moves. This easy tai chi with COPD class includes simple postures that are easy to do. Follow along...reactions2comments
Change the ChannelEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. While it might not be possible to change our entire circumstance, there are things we...reactions5comments
What We Wish the World Knew About COPDLiving with COPD can at times be lonely. In the spirit of raising awareness and educating others, we wanted to highlight what you thought the world should know about COPD...reactions11comments
Be the Captain of Your Own HealthEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader."Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." - Jim Rohn...reactions1comment
Stopping Winter Weight GainEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. Jeff shares how he resists the temptation to snack on junk food during the winter...reactionscomments
How I Recover From Panic BreathingEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Jeff Collings, a COPD.net Community Health Leader. Tips on how to recover from panic breathing include using a pulse oximeter, pursed-lip breathing...reactions17comments
Describing the Worst Days With Chronic PainIn September of 2019, Health Union (the parent company of COPD.net) partnered with the US Pain Foundation for our first ever Chronic Pain in America survey to ask members of...reactions4comments
Seated Yoga for COPDKathi MacNaughton, a retired nurse and licensed Zumba Gold instructor demonstrates a fun seated yoga routine that can improve balance, coordination, and strength, all while sitting in a chair. We...reactions7comments
Seated Dance for COPDKathi MacNaughton, a retired nurse and license Zumba Gold instructor, demonstrates a fun seated dance routine that can build strength, coordination, and toning - all while sitting in a chair...reactions6comments
