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Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

โ„๐ŸŒ Time for our VMCoTWW! ๐ŸŒโ„

Whether itโ€™s frosty scenery outside or a glimpse of a place where you can close your eyes and take a break from the snow and cold, weโ€™d love to see your corner of the world today.

Share a photo and tell us where you are โ€” letโ€™s enjoy a little winter calm together. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿงก

22 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐ŸŒง๏ธโ„ When the elements keep us insideโ€ฆ letโ€™s make the most of it. โ˜€๐Ÿ“š

Debbie B and I were talking, and it got us thinkingโ€”when the weather keeps us inside, having a few go-to ideas ready can make those indoor days feel a lot more manageable and even enjoyable.

Cold, heat, smoke, or storms can sometimes keep us home for several days at a time. A little planning ahead can help reduce stress and give us things to look forward to while we stay safe and comfortable indoors.

Here are a few gentle, indoor-friendly ideas for patients and caregivers:

๐ŸŽจ Get creative
Coloring books, crayons, colored pencils, or simple crafts can be a relaxing way to pass timeโ€”no artistic skills required.

๐Ÿ“– Read or listen
Books, short stories, or audiobooks are great companions, especially on quieter days.

๐Ÿงฉ Puzzles & games
Crosswords, word searches, jigsaw puzzles, card games, or apps can help keep the mind engaged.

๐Ÿ“ Write it out
Journaling, gratitude lists, or jotting down memories, recipes, or thoughts can be surprisingly grounding.

๐ŸŒฑ Try indoor gardening (Great idea, Debbie!)
Caring for houseplants or starting seeds indoors for spring can be a rewarding hobby and a real mood booster.

๐ŸŽง Music, podcasts, or relaxation
Create a playlist, catch up on a favorite podcast, or try a short guided relaxation or breathing exercise.

๐Ÿช‘ Light movement (if youโ€™re able)
Gentle stretches, seated movement, or even moving to a different room can help prevent stiffness.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Planning ahead helps
If you know youโ€™ll be indoors for a stretch, consider putting together an โ€œinside-day kitโ€ with books, puzzles, coloring supplies, snacks, chargers, and cozy comforts. Taking care of this ahead of time can make those days feel a little easier.

What helps you get through indoor days?

2 days ago

Mark Luttmann, COPDF Research

Mark Luttmann, COPDF ResearchCOPDHeart Study (Phase 2)

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2 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question Is anyone using Trimbow for COPD

According to my cardiologist, what the heart likes, the lungs don't, as far as medications go. My cardiologist and pulmonologist work together to find what worked best for me.
Dinna25UK Lynn also answered the question Dinna25and 1 other also answered the question

1 minute ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question Do liters matter? Help with oxygen and cpap from a fairly new user

I would like to second what HIcopd has told you. The bipap machine should help with the carbon dioxide retention. It sounds to me as though you should be on oxygen 24/7. If you spend any length of time with your oxygen in the 70's, you are probably …
HIcopd - Hawaii State CaptainKaren Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainJeanO53 also answered the question HIcopd - Hawaii State Captainand 2 others also answered the question

8 minutes ago

holden mills

holden millsanswered the question Dentist and Oxygrn?

Itโ€™s important to follow your pulmonologistโ€™s guidance before proceeding with any dental procedure that involves oxygen or sedation. Some patients with respiratory conditions may need special precautions during routine cleanings or treatments involving …
Janina Khack also answered the question Janina Kand 1 other also answered the question

1 hour ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Thursday, everyone! Keep those positive vibes flowing, and remember that there is ALWAYS a bright spot in each day! Shine on, friends! โœจ๏ธ 

3 hours ago

jackie 82

jackie 82asked the question: Is anyone using Trimbow for COPD

Due to the Heart meds I take I am having difficulty time with my breathing. I believe the lung meds and the heart meds don't get along . I have tried some changes but still suffer. So, wondering how effective Trimbow is for COPD Treatment? I had not …

16 hours ago

DMBonita

DMBonita

Watching the Eagles gives me warm happiness..helps take me away from problems for a while 

20 hours ago

DMBonita

DMBonita

20 hours ago

DMBonita

DMBonita

Tough breathing today 5 degrees in maryland 

20 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿฅ•CARROT APPLE CASSEROLE๐ŸŽ7 large carrots, sliced and cooked for 5 minutes, then drained4 large apples of your choice, peeled and sliced5 tbsp. flour2 tbsp. packed light brown sugar 1/2 tsp. nutmeg1/2 tsp. salt2 tbsp. butter, cut into very...

22 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Wednesday! 
This place is going quackers! I'm glad to see you've ducked in to say hello! 
Have a great day, and keep smiling friends! ๐Ÿ˜€

1 day ago

Rรฉjean

Rรฉjeancommented onMilk Products and Mucus in COPD

This should do the job, at least it did for me. After a month taking NAC (N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine) capsules, I literally Stopped Coughing up Mucus and Wheezing.I've been taking it for 5 years now, a dry cough is all I get still, which Ricola easily...

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Walmart just sent me an advertisement for Oxygen Nasal Cannula Cover for Oxygen Tubing Prongs, Hose Holder with Handle, Fits Medline, Size 1.5 inches, 2 pack - Walmart.com  

1 day ago

Cosmic woman

Cosmic woman asked the question: Do liters matter? Help with oxygen and cpap from a fairly new user

hello! due to horrible medical equipment services here I purchased my own cpap and oxygen concentrator. the dr had me on cpap with 2 liters oxygen at night. When I got my own equipment I noticed that if you increase the liters of oxygen, the percentage …

1 day ago

Maggie4947!

Maggie4947!asked the question: Can someone please explain to me about the FEF25 75 category

I was found to have trace Paraseptal emphysema on a cat scan almost 2 years ago. I quit smoking at that time and have continued with no smoking since. My first pft was pretty good all things considered , my second pft showed improvements in regard to …

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Sitting here in my warm house, it is difficult to comprehend how cold it is outside, because the sun is shinning and it looks so warm out there.  One only needs to open the door to dispel that fantasy. 

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainSo, my sister works at a grocery store. Snow panickers completely wiped out the ice cream. She has to put this entire cart on the frozen food shelves before she can go home. ๐Ÿจ๐Ÿฆ

1 day ago

Prince Osei

Prince Osei

Hi , Folks , Yesterday was  a clean energy day.
We hope the globe does a major shift from the huge carbon print on the Ozone to a massive use of Clean energy sources to make  the World more Greener for a much more  Cleaner air quality everywhere on the Globe.

2 days ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captainanswered the question I feel like Iโ€™m water logged, what else can we drink

Soups are a nourishing form of hydration. Fruits are as well, especially watermelon. Cucumbers are also hydrating. You can put sone fruit in your water to make it more interesting. Hot chocolate is also nice. I generally just have beverages (mostly …
Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State CaptainCaroline West Virginia State CaptainGAnneand 1 other also answered the question Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captainand 3 others also answered the question

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainWishing all my friends a very happy Tuesday! Let's share a cup of coffee and some good conversation. What a great way to start our day!  โ˜• ๐Ÿ—ฃ

2 days ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

Today, saw my local lung doc. Their office will resubmit my pre-auth for Nucala. It was rejected because no office notes. Now that Iโ€™ve seen my lung doc again, they can add notes and re-submit. 


I got the doc to sign my forms to fly with my O2 equipment. I was also happy that we are all in agreement Iโ€™m doing great and much too healthy to contemplate a lung transplant in near future. 


I forgot to ask about replenishing my Rx for my upcoming overseas trip. I guess I can ask my other doc whom Iโ€™m seeing 4/1. 


Anyway, when I got home, after some effort, I figured out how to send in the forms to the respective airlines (they sure donโ€™t make it easy). 

2 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

I find myself leaning on comfort food during this cold weather.  Pinto beans over johnny cakes and potato cakes with ham.

2 days ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captaincommented onEating Well: From Debbie Bโ€™s Kitchen to Yours

I've made something very similar to this - the chops just fall apart, they're so tender....

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

CROCK POT PORK CHOPS WITH GRAVY4 bone-in pork chopsSalt and pepper to taste 1/2 tsp. paprika1/2 tsp. garlic powder1 tbsp. olive oil One 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soupOne 10.5-ounce can cream of chicken soup3/4 cup beef broth2 cups sliced...

2 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

It is colder than blue blazes here in Southern WV.  I thought that I would add some of our colorful language to the forecast.  It is windy, and I have at least 3 more inches of snow.  Thankfully, we did have a minimal amount of ice accumulation on trees.  

2 days ago

baileymccrary

baileymccrarycommented onProgress for Oxygen Access: SOAR Act Updates

I agree, I think the hearing went well and was a great opportunity to get SOAR front and center! :) Thanks for tuning in, Karen!...

2 days ago

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