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Coach Brandon - Community Manager 🏡 Hey there, 360social — and a special hello to our newer neighbors!

It’s been a little while since we’ve done this, so I thought today was a good day to simply say welcome. We’re really glad you’re here. 💙

Maybe you just joined and aren’t quite sure where to start. Maybe you’ve been here for a while but haven’t posted yet. Or maybe you’re perfectly happy reading along, learning, and getting to know everyone from the sidelines.

However you’re here, you’re welcome here.

I like to think of 360social as a big neighborhood filled with some pretty great neighbors. You can sit on the porch and watch what’s going on, give us a wave, or holler out a big “Howdy!” and chances are somebody is going to holler right back. 😄

And when you’re ready, jump in. Ask a question, join a conversation, share something you’ve learned, celebrate a good day, or tell us when you’re having a not-so-good one. There are patients, caregivers, family members, and friends here who understand how much it can mean to talk with someone who simply gets it.

You’ll also find plenty of trusted information and resources here. If you’re looking for something and can’t find it, please ask. Seriously. There’s no prize for figuring everything out by yourself. 😉

Whether you post every day, comment every now and then, or quietly read from the back row, you’re part of this community.

So, if you’re new around here — Howdy, neighbor! 👋 Welcome to 360social.

Pull up a chair whenever you’re ready. There’s a place for you here. 💙

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:18:39 GMT

🏡 Hey there, 360social — and a special hello to our newer neighbors!It’s been a little while since we’ve done this, so I thought today was a good day to simply say welcome. We’re really glad you’re here. 💙Maybe you just joined and aren’t quite sure where to start. Maybe you’ve been here for a while but haven’t posted yet. Or maybe you’re perfectly happy reading along, learning, and getting to know everyone from the sidelines.However you’re here, you’re welcome here.I like to think of 360social as a big neighborhood filled with some pretty great neighbors. You can sit on the porch and watch what’s going on, give us a wave, or holler out a big “Howdy!” and chances are somebody is going to holler right back. 😄And when you’re ready, jump in. Ask a question, join a conversation, share something you’ve learned, celebrate a good day, or tell us when you’re having a not-so-good one. There are patients, caregivers, family members, and friends here who understand how much it can mean to talk with someone who simply gets it.You’ll also find plenty of trusted information and resources here. If you’re looking for something and can’t find it, please ask. Seriously. There’s no prize for figuring everything out by yourself. 😉Whether you post every day, comment every now and then, or quietly read from the back row, you’re part of this community.So, if you’re new around here — Howdy, neighbor! 👋 Welcome to 360social.Pull up a chair whenever you’re ready. There’s a place for you here. 💙
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Sunday, friends! Wishing everyone a bee-u-tee-ful day, buzzing with happiness! 🐝 I hope your day will bee as sweet as honey! 🍯 And, while you're buzzing around, don't forget to click on the LEARN MORE tab at the top of the page! Lots of educational information there! ✅️

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 07:42:56 GMT

Happy Sunday, friends! Wishing everyone a bee-u-tee-ful day, buzzing with happiness! 🐝 I hope your day will bee as sweet as honey! 🍯 And, while you're buzzing around, don't forget to click on the LEARN MORE tab at the top of the page! Lots of educational information there! ✅️
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Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain It's been a crazy day - first, my power went out, even though there was no storm anywhere close. 10 other homes also lost power. Turns out that the wiring in my meter box had decided to catch on fire!!! I don't know how it ended up affecting 10 homes, but it did. Luckily, it's away from the house. So, the power company came out, did a few things, left, and I got a text saying it was back on. Nope - so they came back out, 2 trucks this time. It was 87 degrees in my house by then, and even hotter outside. Right before they got it back up, a storm had rolled in, with a tornado warning!!! So I went outside and alerted the guys working and then went inside again and sat in my guest bathroom which is the room with the least amount of windows. I have no basement. The power came back on very soon after that, but for the last hour or so there's been a terrible thunderstorm. I'm amazed that the power didn't go out again! But if there was a tornado, it didn't touch down close to me, and I really hope there wasn't one anywhere else in the town. It's finally cooling down inside. 81 deg now.

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 22:59:24 GMT

It's been a crazy day - first, my power went out, even though there was no storm anywhere close. 10 other homes also lost power. Turns out that the wiring in my meter box had decided to catch on fire!!! I don't know how it ended up affecting 10 homes, but it did. Luckily, it's away from the house. So, the power company came out, did a few things, left, and I got a text saying it was back on. Nope - so they came back out, 2 trucks this time. It was 87 degrees in my house by then, and even hotter outside. Right before they got it back up, a storm had rolled in, with a tornado warning!!! So I went outside and alerted the guys working and then went inside again and sat in my guest bathroom which is the room with the least amount of windows. I have no basement. The power came back on very soon after that, but for the last hour or so there's been a terrible thunderstorm. I'm amazed that the power didn't go out again! But if there was a tornado, it didn't touch down close to me, and I really hope there wasn't one anywhere else in the town. It's finally cooling down inside. 81 deg now.
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thehlk Dr. Mannino, this is my first ever PFT. I have mild emphysema on ct scan last year. My pulmonologist sent a message after reviewing the pft that says “No evidence of COPD.” but no other explanation. Do you agree with this? With my ratio right at 70 should I assume COPD is knocking on my door?

thehlk — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:34:55 GMT

Dr. Mannino, this is my first ever PFT. I have mild emphysema on ct scan last year. My pulmonologist sent a message after reviewing the pft that says “No evidence of COPD.” but no other explanation. Do you agree with this? With my ratio right at 70 should I assume COPD is knocking on my door?
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HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain COVID is circulating again. I’ve read it’s a bad strain and our friend says she has a patient who has had it 3 weeks & counting and another has had it one month & counting. I’m getting my mRNA covid booster tomorrow with my husband.

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:53:02 GMT

COVID is circulating again. I’ve read it’s a bad strain and our friend says she has a patient who has had it 3 weeks & counting and another has had it one month & counting. I’m getting my mRNA covid booster tomorrow with my husband.
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Saturday on this very orange day! Orange is OUR color! 🧡 I know that you all wear it well! Have an awesome day, friends! 😀

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 07:36:25 GMT

Happy Saturday on this very orange day! Orange is OUR color! 🧡 I know that you all wear it well! Have an awesome day, friends! 😀
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Ramu Fine. Thanks

Ramu — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:14:02 GMT

Fine. Thanks
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager 🌺 Aloha from Hawaii! 🌺
Our wonderful friend Val wanted us to help share an exciting event coming up for the COPD community.

The 20th Annual COPD Education Day, hosted by the Hawaii COPD Coalition, will take place on Friday, September 4, 2026, and whether you're living with COPD, bronchiectasis, NTM, chronic bronchitis, asthma, or caring for someone who is, there's something for everyone.

The event features presentations from healthcare professionals on topics including:
🫁 COPD, NTM & Bronchiectasis
💊 Advances in COPD treatments🌿 Complementary therapies
🏃 Exercising when breathing is difficult
✈ Traveling with COPD
🔍 Separating medical facts from fiction

The event is FREE and includes a light lunch for registered attendees. If you aren't in Hawaii, don't worry—the educational sessions will also be streamed live on Zoom for those who register in advance.

📅 Date: Friday, September 4, 2026

⏰ Time: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hawaii Time) (3pm Eastern)

➡ Learn more and register: https://www.hawaiicopd.org

A big thank-you to Val and everyone with the Hawaii COPD Coalition for continuing this incredible tradition for 20 years. Education, connection, and support can make such a difference, and it's wonderful to see opportunities like this available both in person and online.

If you're planning to attend—whether in Hawaii or on Zoom—we'd love to hear about it! 🌺🫁

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:59:23 GMT

🌺 Aloha from Hawaii! 🌺Our wonderful friend Val wanted us to help share an exciting event coming up for the COPD community.The 20th Annual COPD Education Day, hosted by the Hawaii COPD Coalition, will take place on Friday, September 4, 2026, and whether you're living with COPD, bronchiectasis, NTM, chronic bronchitis, asthma, or caring for someone who is, there's something for everyone.The event features presentations from healthcare professionals on topics including:🫁 COPD, NTM & Bronchiectasis💊 Advances in COPD treatments🌿 Complementary therapies🏃 Exercising when breathing is difficult✈ Traveling with COPD🔍 Separating medical facts from fictionThe event is FREE and includes a light lunch for registered attendees. If you aren't in Hawaii, don't worry—the educational sessions will also be streamed live on Zoom for those who register in advance.📅 Date: Friday, September 4, 2026⏰ Time: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM (Hawaii Time) (3pm Eastern)➡ Learn more and register: https://www.hawaiicopd.orgA big thank-you to Val and everyone with the Hawaii COPD Coalition for continuing this incredible tradition for 20 years. Education, connection, and support can make such a difference, and it's wonderful to see opportunities like this available both in person and online.If you're planning to attend—whether in Hawaii or on Zoom—we'd love to hear about it! 🌺🫁
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Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain I just wanted to remind everyone that this afternoon at 3:30 Eastern time, HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain's Annual COPD Education Day will be online for us to join. She always has excellent speakers, and works hard to make it an interesting and educational day for those both in oerson and those of us there virtually.

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Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:58:35 GMT

I just wanted to remind everyone that this afternoon at 3:30 Eastern time, HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain's Annual COPD Education Day will be online for us to join. She always has excellent speakers, and works hard to make it an interesting and educational day for those both in oerson and those of us there virtually. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81099798357?pwd=aui1RSmThMgfUDQIwzNmBCDWyOHZo7.1 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81099798357?pwd=aui1RSmThMgfUDQIwzNmBCDWyOHZo7.1 ; https://meet.google.com/zxp-kkfb-rpc
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JeanO53 Happy Fluff & Feathery Friday!
This eagle has become a regular visitor to several of the parks along the Lake Michigan shoreline.
.. This sighting was about 2 weeks ago at the small Mill Pond along the Oak Creek Parkway.
I watched it for awhile and then heard it "chortle" - eagle call. I waited awhile to see if there was a mate in the area, but no such luck. I love that I live in a large city, can drive about 15 miles and see such wonderful sights.

JeanO53 — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:45:29 GMT

Happy Fluff & Feathery Friday!This eagle has become a regular visitor to several of the parks along the Lake Michigan shoreline... This sighting was about 2 weeks ago at the small Mill Pond along the Oak Creek Parkway.I watched it for awhile and then heard it "chortle" - eagle call. I waited awhile to see if there was a mate in the area, but no such luck. I love that I live in a large city, can drive about 15 miles and see such wonderful sights.
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/american-regent-inc-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-three-lots-epinephrine-injection-usp-30-mg-30?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:20:01 GMT

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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:55:19 GMT

🍄‍🟫🍄‍🟫WILD RICE WITH MUSHROOMS🍄‍🟫🍄‍🟫Today's recipe is dedicated to our community manager, Brandon. A little birdie told me that Brandon and his Mom enjoy eating mushrooms! 😊3 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided 1 small onion, finely diced2 1/2...
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Rican 16 Hope you get better.as for me.im having a terrible time with my COPD.my breathing is horrible and I need sleep n seem not to be able to due to my coughing n mucus which is terribly very hard for me to bring up..I'm on an inhaler n nebulizer yet hard for that mucus to bring up n to let me breathe

Rican 16 — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:50:00 GMT

Hope you get better.as for me.im having a terrible time with my COPD.my breathing is horrible and I need sleep n seem not to be able to due to my coughing n mucus which is terribly very hard for me to bring up..I'm on an inhaler n nebulizer yet hard for that mucus to bring up n to let me breathe
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Rican 16 Hi everyone in new here

Rican 16 — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:43:24 GMT

Hi everyone in new here
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happiest Fluffy Friday ever, from little Bonkers Gordon! This wee kitten was found outside, at my sister's house. He was bottle fed. His brother and sister have been placed in good homes. My sister and her husband have decided that this little guy is going to live with them, so he has a nice furever home!

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:41:40 GMT

Happiest Fluffy Friday ever, from little Bonkers Gordon! This wee kitten was found outside, at my sister's house. He was bottle fed. His brother and sister have been placed in good homes. My sister and her husband have decided that this little guy is going to live with them, so he has a nice furever home!
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:34:53 GMT

Pea Soup is so delicious, and so nutritious! I'm glad you enjoy eating it, Jean! 🫛...
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JeanO53 commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

JeanO53 — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 02:27:18 GMT

Wow... this sounds so interesting. I love hummus and I really like peas. Amy's Pea Soup is one of my "go to"s when I want something simple for lunch or dinner. I actually dip naan in the soup, so it sounds like this could be a cool version of...
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Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain Today is our CEO Dr Jean's birthday!! It's not too late to wish her a Happy Birthday and hope that she had a terrific day!!
https://bmacards.com/ts1bK9

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:29:16 GMT

Today is our CEO Dr Jean's birthday!! It's not too late to wish her a Happy Birthday and hope that she had a terrific day!!https://bmacards.com/ts1bK9
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thehlk Hi everyone. I had my first PFT this morning. I’m not exactly sure how to interpret these numbers. It seems as though my numbers are high, but ratio borderline? My ct scan says mild emphysema. I had a video pulmonology appointment a couple weeks ago and she said “The emphysema is so tiny I had to enlarge the image to see it.” Not sure what this means for me in the future. Pulmonologist also ordered pulmonary rehab along with PFT. I don’t really have any symptoms, so do I need to do that at this point? I just don’t know!

thehlk — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:53:16 GMT

Hi everyone. I had my first PFT this morning. I’m not exactly sure how to interpret these numbers. It seems as though my numbers are high, but ratio borderline? My ct scan says mild emphysema. I had a video pulmonology appointment a couple weeks ago and she said “The emphysema is so tiny I had to enlarge the image to see it.” Not sure what this means for me in the future. Pulmonologist also ordered pulmonary rehab along with PFT. I don’t really have any symptoms, so do I need to do that at this point? I just don’t know!
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:38:59 GMT

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:28:38 GMT

You're welcome, Brandon! This hummus is unique. Plus, it's healthy! 🫛...
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JeanO53 The Great Blue Heron Spin Dry Dance...
On Sunday, I watched a Great Blue Heron take a "water bath". And then fluff & flap and finally spin dry.
This is a collection of photos showing the Spin Dry Dance. (Hope this works!)
.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MenZ2-rWLQs

JeanO53 — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:21:00 GMT

The Great Blue Heron Spin Dry Dance...On Sunday, I watched a Great Blue Heron take a "water bath". And then fluff & flap and finally spin dry.This is a collection of photos showing the Spin Dry Dance. (Hope this works!).https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MenZ2-rWLQs
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:26:12 GMT

Debbie, this sounds so good! I already love hummus, but using green peas sounds like such a fun twist. I can just imagine how fresh and bright the flavor must be—and that color makes it look even better!Thanks for sharing it, Debbie! 💚...
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:55:07 GMT

🟢🟢🟢GREEN PEA HUMMUS🟢🟢🟢One 16-ounce package frozen petite green peas, thawed and drained 1/4 cup olive oil1 large clove garlic, pressed2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Set aside 1/4 cup of the...
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Kaseykat answered the question How to keep my very long oxygen cord from getting tangled and kinked

Kaseykat — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:01:14 GMT

I use my on the go oxygen concentrator through the day. It had got to where it was hurting my shoulder. So I found a little cart that you can put it on so I can just pull it or push it around with me. My battery lasts 6.5 hours and then it takes a hour …
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/american-regent-inc-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-three-lots-epinephrine-injection-usp-30-mg-30?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery⚠⚠RECALL ALERT⚠⚠

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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

Coach Brandon - Community Manager commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

Kaseykat answered the question How to keep my very long oxygen cord from getting tangled and kinked

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/american-regent-inc-issues-voluntary-nationwide-recall-three-lots-epinephrine-injection-usp-30-mg-30?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

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