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Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community ManagerFluffy Friday is hereโ€ฆ and Jagger has already clocked out for the weekend ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ˜ด

Heโ€™s giving us his best โ€œI had one responsibility today and chose this insteadโ€ lookโ€”and honestly, we respect it.

Whether your weekend is full of plans or youโ€™re leaning into a little rest like this handsome guy, we hope it brings you some comfort, a few smiles, and a chance to recharge.

Sometimes the best thing we can do is slow down, get cozy, and just be.

Now tell usโ€ฆ are you team โ€œget things doneโ€ or team โ€œJaggerโ€? ๐Ÿ˜„

Wishing you all a wonderful, restful weekend ๐Ÿ’™

8 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐ŸŒท A Little Spring, A Little Reflection ๐ŸŒท

As Easter weekend arrives, this time of year has a way of bringing back memoriesโ€”moments spent with family, traditions that made us smile, and the connections that have stayed with us over the years.

Even if things look a little different now, those memories still carry something specialโ€ฆ a sense of hope, of fresh starts, and of finding light in the little things.

And just like that, we begin to see it around us again.
Even if winter is still holding on in some places, there are signsโ€ฆ a few blooms pushing through, longer days, a bit more light finding its way in.

Itโ€™s a gentle reminder that change doesnโ€™t always come all at onceโ€”but it does come.

For many of us, this weekend is also about those simple momentsโ€”time with family, a call to someone weโ€™ve been thinking about, or just sitting quietly and taking in a bit of fresh air.

Maybe today is a good day to:
๐ŸŒผ Step outside and soak in a little spring
๐Ÿ“ž Reach out to someone whoโ€™s been on your mind
๐Ÿพ Or just enjoy a small moment that makes you smile

Wherever you are, and whatever this weekend looks like for you, we hope you can find a little bit of that โ€œfresh startโ€ feeling in your own way.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Whatโ€™s somethingโ€”past or presentโ€”that brings you a sense of hope this time of year?

1 day ago

BrandyLynn

BrandyLynnMy late Newfie and I. He was our gentle giant. 

51 minutes ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragonHad to include my bubba as well,l miss this girl every single day.

5 hours ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragonHappy fluffy Friday, visit your local pound today and show mans best friend you are thinking of them an old blanket or toy can be a great comfort to these lost souls.
My lost soul is trying to make up for my three months away by not leaving my side,the one occasion he did l snapped this cuddle with my wife.He is now almost 200 lbs,the last one remaining from our pack of misfits and so spoiled.

5 hours ago

Harley75

Harley75

I hope everyone's doing fine today

7 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manageranswered the question PFT results improved

That's great to hear - please, keep us updated!

9 hours ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragoncommented onUnderstanding Biologics

Yes it is available but really expensive,l am in BC and tried several different kinds.The company can provide financial aid your doctor can organize for you,it is a lengthy process with a million questions but worth it to save thousands.l have not...

19 hours ago

BrandyLynn

BrandyLynnWhile in the midst of a blizzard here in the mid-west, I dream of my flower gardens. I have to remember that they will soon be here, even with the many, many inches of snow that have fallen these past two days. Have a wonderful, easy breathing Easter weekend, everyone!!! 

20 hours ago

lizimandu57

lizimandu57asked the question: PFT results improved

Since switching from Trelegy 100 to 200 last June, Iโ€™ve gone from at least two exacerbations per year to none so far, and itโ€™s been 10 mos now. My last PFT results in Jan were greatly improved and my exercise tolerance is so much better. No …

20 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community ManagerHere is something that can be nice when you are not able to get outside - Beautiful bird feeder:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wnjeiATFk4

1 day ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captaincommented onUnderstanding Biologics

I agree with Karen, your doctor should know and be able to help you get it IF you are an appropriate patient. In the US, Iโ€™ve tried both and theyโ€™ve helped reduce my exacerbations. I used to have 1-6/year and since starting the biologics, have had ...

1 day ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Yesterday late afternoon I watched Artemis II launch 4 astronauts in the first crewed flight to deep space in more than 50 years. I was able to see it from my back yard.  I see many rocket launches (mainly to add to the satellites) but this one was different - it truly was awesome!!



1 day ago

Fer

Fercommented onUnderstanding Biologics

Is this biological available for Canadians? ...

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

๐ŸซBLUEBERRY-PEACH SMOOTHIE๐Ÿ‘1/2 cup blueberries 1 large peach, peeled and pitted 1/2 cup almond milk1/2 cup ice cubesPlace all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Enjoy! ๐Ÿ˜‹Serves 1 ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ‘...

1 day ago

Jerry in MS

Jerry in MS

Good morning everyone!  Greetings from the beautiful MIssissippi Gulf Coast. Iโ€™m new to the group.  Just curious if anyone else has similar experiences.  I have never smoked anything, but was diagnosed with COPD with asthma overlay six years ago. Iโ€™m in the severe stage now.  I have a PFT around once a year. I have never had wheezing, cough or sputum production, lungs are always clear, and O2 saturations are always within normal limits. I only wish that translated to no SOB carrying groceries in.  Anyone else with a similar story?


Jerry 

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Thursday, friends! There's plenty of coffee to go around. Also, plenty of smiles, good times, and important information. Stick with us here on 360Social. We're THE place to be!      โ˜•๐Ÿ˜ƒ

1 day ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragon

No where to go but up from here.So nice to check in with all my weezers and geezers once again.Have had a turbulent last five months.Just released yesterday from hospital after extended stay,no Wi-Fi at this hospital so cutoff from world.
Five rolls of duct tape and ready to conquer once more.
Hope everyone is doing the best they can and look forward to reconnecting with you all again,looking at posts see all old familiar names so glad some things never change.๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ––

1 day ago

TJ69

TJ69answered the question Has anyone used Wixela for COPD and if so, was it useful in relieving any symptoms?

Hi, I'm new to 360Social so I hope I'm doing thisc orrectly. Yes, I wasstarted out on Wixella and over time i noticed it was not holding very well it seemed to be "running down"b efore the 12 hours were up. I didn't seem to be getting anywhere with my …
Smokey100Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State CaptainDavid Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question Smokey100and 2 others also answered the question

1 day ago

Liza M

Liza MFirst signs of spring.

1 day ago

das23

das23answered the question Check-in: Whoโ€™s on your health care team?

I have them all I think---Primary--Pulmonologist--Dermatologist--Ear,Nose and Throat--Eye Dr--Cardiologist--Dentist.........Too many docs!!!!!!!😀. I think I'm lucky--I like them all!!
Caroline West Virginia State CaptainKaren Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainHIcopd - Hawaii State Captainand 2 others also answered the question Caroline West Virginia State Captainand 4 others also answered the question

1 day ago

Harley75

Harley75

Is there a chance anyone could show me how to find out what stage I'm in

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

A big CONGRATULATIONS to all of our members who keep moving forward! โžก You are to be commended for your positive outlook! Thanks for bringing such joy to all of our days, here on 360Social! ๐Ÿคฉ

2 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question Is it true I just lost 10 years off my life?

I have AFIB and had an ablation 30 years ago, but 3 years ago my body decided that it needed to repair the damage that the ablation had done, so now I again have AFIB. I have emphysema, Grave's Disease, high blood pressure, GERD, arthritis, and …
David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question

2 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question When to up oxygen level?

Kattlyne In answer to your question, yes, when oxygen saturation levels are 88 or below. What does your oxygen saturation look like when you are short of breath? My levels are 98, but let me just stand up and they head downward. If you lose …
KattlyneDavid Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question Kattlyneand 1 other also answered the question

2 days ago

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )answered the question Had a endoscopic moved up to today, why do they have to dilate it 2 times?

Hoping for positive results for you. My father had this procedure done several times and did pretty well afterwards.
GAnneKaren Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainCaroline West Virginia State Captain also answered the question GAnneand 2 others also answered the question

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

๐Ÿซ›๐Ÿซ›EASY-PEASY PEA SALAD๐Ÿซ›๐Ÿซ›One 16-ounce package frozen green peas, thawed and dried with paper towels 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 packet buttermilk ranch dressing mix1 cup finely diced cooked ham1/2 cup finely diced red onionIn a medium bowl, stir...

2 days ago

Shawn75

Shawn75 asked the question: Is it true I just lost 10 years off my life?

I was diagnosed with afib and coronary artery disease when I was 34 years old and I now have 5 stents since then.. Now just last week I was brought to the emergency room where I was diagnosed with COPD (emphysema) ..

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Wednesday! Wake up, stretch, get those positive vibes flowing! 
Have a wonderful, easy breathing day, friends! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

2 days ago

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