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Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐Ÿ’™ A Thank You to Our 360social Community ๐Ÿ’™

We just want to take a moment to say thank you.

To our patients who show up with courage and honesty,
to caregivers who give so much of themselves every single day,
to our medical affiliates who share their time, knowledge, and guidance,
and even to our friends who may be quietly following along -- learning, listening, and supporting from the sidelines.

Every comment, question, shared story, and word of encouragement helps shape this space into something truly special. Because of you, 360social is more than a community -- itโ€™s a place of connection, understanding, and hope.

Weโ€™re grateful for every person weโ€™re able to reach, and honored to walk this journey alongside you. Thank you for being here, just as you are. ๐Ÿ’™

1 day ago

baileymccrary

baileymccraryHi everyone! According to the COPD Action Alliance's white paper "COPD in America," nearly one-third of surveyed COPD patients said they faced barriers to getting needed medication, treatments, or medical supplies. The COPD Foundation Captain Program advocates for policies to improve treatment access for the lung health community - you can learn more about it here: https://www.copdfoundation.org/Take-Action/Get-Involved/State-Captains.aspx 

What has been the biggest barrier to COPD care for you, your loved one, or your patients?

Meet Your COPD Foundation Advocacy Captains

COPD Foundation Captains are volunteers with COPD, caregivers, friends and family members or healthcare providers who use their contacts and talents and partner with the COPD Foundation to serve as state and community leaders.

5 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainGood morning, friends, and happy Monday! 
Wishing all of you an exceptional day! Focus on the good things, and keep moving forward! โžก ๐Ÿ˜€

24 minutes ago

GAnne

GAnneanswered the question Is cottage cheese and dairy products to much for copd

Thanks Dr Mannino, maybe Iโ€™ll be one thatโ€™s not effected by it
David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question

6 hours ago

45yrcopdasthma

45yrcopdasthmaanswered the question Mild Obstruction Severe Persistent Asthma

Sounds like my symptoms after i quit. They didn't really go away even after a year. I think id been quit 28 months and would have a bit of a cough in the morning but still had dusty old carpet in my bed room. Anyway i ended up with sepsis, there is a …
David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )das23 also answered the question David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )and 1 other also answered the question

7 hours ago

Par four

Par four

I would like to introduce myself to this group.  I have been a very long term patient of copd with a particular twist. Since april of 2025 I have been hospitalised 5 times with pneumonia. Each time a bit worse than the one before. I live in a small town in rural Maine. The doctors here are very good and my care has reflected this. Unfortunately the specialists are usually in larger areas and are extremely busy it has taken several attempts to get an appointment with a Pulmonologist before I was successful. My medical chart says that I have COPD and my discharge summerys all listed exacerbation. When I was in the office the specialist asked who told me I have COPD. She said my chest xray didn't support that diagnosis, but that I do have bronchiectasis...and that it is very advanced. End stage advanced. I am presently under the care of hospice and am given maybe a year. I am in my mid 70s don 't get out much since I don't drive. I have never known anyone with this diagnosis and would really like to hear from people who are more familiar with it.In general I am very much at peace with my situation. It would be great to get some information from people who have this condition.

9 hours ago

GAnne

GAnneasked the question: Is cottage cheese and dairy products to much for copd

Is cottage cheese, little dairy ok to have or does it thicken mucus, what do you substitute for it. For cereal and oatmeal.

14 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Sunday!
May your day be bursting with fun, laughter, and smiles! ๐ŸŽˆ๐Ÿ˜†๐Ÿ˜ƒ

1 day ago

GAnne

GAnneanswered the question Nosebleeds using oxygen

Thanks Karen, let me know how clipping off the tips do. I may have to try it. G-Ann
Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainKathy1221AddaMaryand 2 others also answered the question Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captainand 4 others also answered the question

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

I received my ResONE purple crush-resistant supply hose from Walmart in 2 days.  This is the good stuff.  Did everyone else know that you could do this?

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Saturday, friends! Enjoy this wonderful day! Be sure to treat youself to something nice! ๐Ÿ˜Š Maybe a fancy coffee drink, a few cookies, even a new book! ๐Ÿ˜

2 days ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State CaptainPlease join our COP D Support Group Meeting! It's 3rd Wednesday of every month, 10am-noon Hawaii Standard Time (3pm-5pm EST). It's free and this month, January 21, 2026, we will have a respiratory therapist with decades of experience, Pam McMillan moderating our group. Please register at www.hawaiicopd.org/hawaii-copd-event-registration/ so you can receive reminders.  Hope to "see" you on Wednesday!

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captaincommented onCipla USA team members take part in 5th annual blow art contest to celebrate COPD Awareness Month

The works of art are all beautiful! My favorite is the elephant! ๐Ÿ˜ Thank you, Cipla. And, thank you for providing safe, trustworthy nebulized medications!!! I can always count on them! ๐ŸŒŸ ...

2 days ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captaincommented onCipla USA team members take part in 5th annual blow art contest to celebrate COPD Awareness Month

Thank you Cipla for supporting the COPD Foundation and Lung Health. Your Blow Art work is amazing!! I recently researched where my generic medications are manufactured, and about 90% of them are made by Cipla - even those which are not for my COPD....

2 days ago

Community Announcements

Community Announcementsadded a new article Cipla USA team members take part in 5th annual blow art contest to celebrate COPD Awareness Month

This article was written by Crystal Rothhaar, BS.

Each year, the COPD Foundation observes November as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, encouraging early diagnosis, and supporting the millions of people and families affected by this chronic lung condition. COPD alone takes more than 150,000 lives each year in the United States and remains the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. Awareness, education, and community engagement are essential to changing this reality.

One of the ways we bring awareness to life is through Lace Up for Lungs, a nationwide movement powered by the COPD Foundation and the Bronchiectasis and NTM Association. Lace Up for Lungs encourages people of all ages and abilities to get active in support of better lung health. Whether it's taking a walk, joining a fitness challenge, or setting a movement goal, every step raises awareness for chronic lung diseases.

With Cipla's continued support, the Lace Up for Lungs campaign is reaching more communities and inspiring greater participation, helping build momentum in the fight against chronic lung disease. This year, Cipla USA once again demonstrated its commitment to lung health by taking part in awareness...

2 days ago

Community Announcements

Community Announcementsadded a new article Prince Osei Poku

Welcome our newest COPD Foundation Captain!

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐ŸŸคโšช๏ธROASTED CHICKPEA SWEET TREAT๐ŸŸคโšช๏ธOne 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1/2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper....

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Fluffy Friday from my youngest boy, William Bruce! ๐Ÿ–ค We hope everyone has a very happy, productive, easy breathing day! ๐Ÿ˜Š

3 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question How do you stay healthy and active while living with COPD?

I have an exercise plan on my phone tailored to my fitness level. This keeps me honest, because without something that I have to respond to it is easy to skip the exercise. I used to have a set time to exercise which also helps.
Shar101JazzybeanDinna25and 3 others also answered the question Shar101and 5 others also answered the question

3 days ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainI just read a fascinating article about naked mole-rats who prefer to live in VERY low oxygen. Researchers think it might help them to understand what happens to humans when we are deprived of oxygen.

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/naked-mole-rats-prefer-low-oxygen-air-that-would-kill-most-mammals-adding-to-their-list-of-death-defying-superpowers-180987997/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4caf15d78644b3ad1a50f

Naked Mole-Rats Prefer Low-Oxygen Air That Would Kill Most Mammals, Adding to Their List of Death-Defying Superpowers

These underground rodents are the first mammals found to actively choose air with lower-than-normal oxygen levels. Their remarkable ability to survive these conditions could offer a key model for researchers studying new treatments for stroke or lung diseases in humans

3 days ago

Happy Hair( Joy)

Happy Hair( Joy)

Shout out again to Debbie B...I've not been on here for a long time. Got diagnosed with lung cancer after my "Saved by the Scan" this past summer. Went through 15 SBRT radiation treatments....will find out in February if its working. I'm extremely lucky it was only in one spotbin left upper lobe and not a fast growing cancer.
Very important to get your yearly low-dose CT scan...it can save your life!!!

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

That's awesome, Karen! Please let us know how it turns out!...

3 days ago

lizjb

lizjb

I want to know why docs ptlresctibe combivent or duo neb to patients that are on a corteroid steriod like trelegy, brestri, etc when the web says absolutely never use these together.   itโ€™s too much of the MA (steriod is LAMA and duo is SAMA.   too much of the same meds).    why oh why do they do this then.  even my pharmacist ssud was not good.  

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿ’ OATMEAL RAISIN SNACK BARS๐Ÿ’ 2 cups rolled oats 1 tsp. cinnamon 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 cup ground flax1/2 tsp. salt1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 tsp. vanilla extract 2 large eggs1/3 cup pure maple syrup 1/2 cup raisins1/4 cup sliced...

3 days ago

Medical Advice

It is not our intention to serve as a substitute for medical advice and any content posted should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. We make every effort to support our members, our medical professionals cannot and will not provide a diagnosis or suggest a specific medication; those decisions should be left to your personal medical team. While we encourage individuals to share their personal experiences with COPD, please consult a physician before making changes to your own COPD management plan.