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Coach Brandon - Community Manager Have you ever been told you just have “severe asthma” or “COPD,” only to later discover that bronchiectasis or NTM lung disease had been overlooked? In the latest episode of our podcast, Dr. Ashwin Basavaraj, Associate Director at NYU Langone Health, unpacks how asthma, COPD, and other disorders can overlap with bronchiectasis and why these connections are often missed. Plus, what are some red flags to look out for, and when should you push for additional testing? Listen here:
https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/Educational-Materials-Resources/Podcasts

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:38:46 GMT

Have you ever been told you just have “severe asthma” or “COPD,” only to later discover that bronchiectasis or NTM lung disease had been overlooked? In the latest episode of our podcast, Dr. Ashwin Basavaraj, Associate Director at NYU Langone Health, unpacks how asthma, COPD, and other disorders can overlap with bronchiectasis and why these connections are often missed. Plus, what are some red flags to look out for, and when should you push for additional testing? Listen here: https://www.bronchiectasisandntminitiative.org/Learn-More/Educational-Materials-Resources/Podcasts
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager Prescription costs can be one of the most stressful parts of managing care… and for those using Medicare’s Extra Help (LIS), the experience can look very different.

For some, it means real relief—lower copays, reduced costs, or even no deductible at all.

We’d really love to hear from you 👇

💬 If you’re part of Medicare’s Extra Help (LIS) program, how has it impacted what you pay for your prescriptions?

Whether you’ve been using the program for a while, just recently learned about it, or this is the first time you’re hearing of it—your perspective matters.

Your experience could help someone else better understand what to expect… and maybe even point them toward support they didn’t know was out there. 💙

👉 https://www.copdfoundation.org/COPD360social/Community/Questions-and-Answers/Are-you-part-of-Medicares-Extra-Help-or-Low-Income-Subsidy-LIS-program.aspx

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:07:24 GMT

Prescription costs can be one of the most stressful parts of managing care… and for those using Medicare’s Extra Help (LIS), the experience can look very different.For some, it means real relief—lower copays, reduced costs, or even no deductible at all.We’d really love to hear from you 👇💬 If you’re part of Medicare’s Extra Help (LIS) program, how has it impacted what you pay for your prescriptions?Whether you’ve been using the program for a while, just recently learned about it, or this is the first time you’re hearing of it—your perspective matters.Your experience could help someone else better understand what to expect… and maybe even point them toward support they didn’t know was out there. 💙👉 https://www.copdfoundation.org/COPD360social/Community/Questions-and-Answers/Are-you-part-of-Medicares-Extra-Help-or-Low-Income-Subsidy-LIS-program.aspx
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Fluffy Friday from a nice group of pond sliders, courtesy of my sister Lori! 🐢
Have a beautiful day, friends! 🌞

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:40:59 GMT

Happy Fluffy Friday from a nice group of pond sliders, courtesy of my sister Lori! 🐢Have a beautiful day, friends! 🌞
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David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) answered the question RV/TLC nomral but elevated RV, FRCpl... is this concerning?

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:24:12 GMT

This is completely normal. The higher RV and FRC are proportional to the FVC and FEV1- so that's OK.
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das23 answered the question RV/TLC nomral but elevated RV, FRCpl... is this concerning?

das23 — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:20:01 GMT

Welcome anniemae...So--I'm a patient but the numbers that I understand are good!! We have a couple of experts here that can give you a better answer. I'm sure they'll answer when they see your post
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anniemae asked the question RV/TLC nomral but elevated RV, FRCpl... is this concerning?

anniemae — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:00:01 GMT

I did use a good amount of effort on the test. After visit report says no evidence of obstruction or restriction. I asked follow up about some of the numbers but didnt get much further clarification from the pulmonologist. SPIROMETRY : FVC 115% ; FEV1 …
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager A little late to celebrate Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day… but still a good excuse for a smile 😄

For those working from home—or remotely—it might just be called Thursday.

Pajamas = the new business casual ✔
Comfort = always in style ✔

So tell us… are you on-screen ready, or still rocking the PJs today? 👇

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:44:38 GMT

A little late to celebrate Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day… but still a good excuse for a smile 😄For those working from home—or remotely—it might just be called Thursday.Pajamas = the new business casual ✔Comfort = always in style ✔So tell us… are you on-screen ready, or still rocking the PJs today? 👇
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Heidi65 Hello I am new to this website… I was diagnosed with COPD in 2009….

Heidi65 — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:22:30 GMT

Hello I am new to this website… I was diagnosed with COPD in 2009….
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:05:57 GMT

🥑🥑AVOCADO DRESSING🥑🥑1 large ripe avocado, peeled and pitted3/4 cup water1/4 cup olive oil3 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tbsp. fresh dill1 small garlic clove, peeled1/2 tsp. saltFreshly ground black pepper to taste Place all ingredients in a blender....
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Thursday! It's an orange kind of day for sure! Orange is the color of hope! Never give up hope! Each day brings with it another reason to smile! Enjoy your day, friends! 🧡😀🧡

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:43:03 GMT

Happy Thursday! It's an orange kind of day for sure! Orange is the color of hope! Never give up hope! Each day brings with it another reason to smile! Enjoy your day, friends! 🧡😀🧡
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HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain I'm irked. I just got the Discov-R to try out. It is NOT a continuous flow, even though it advertises as such. It is a PULSE machine, which does not work well for me. I am going to have to ship it back and my O2 supplier is sending me a different brand to try out that IS actually continuous. I will post a review after I try it out. ARGH!

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:36:23 GMT

I'm irked. I just got the Discov-R to try out. It is NOT a continuous flow, even though it advertises as such. It is a PULSE machine, which does not work well for me. I am going to have to ship it back and my O2 supplier is sending me a different brand to try out that IS actually continuous. I will post a review after I try it out. ARGH!
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EdNebulizer answered the question How many people were told about portable mesh nebulizers by their Doctor?

EdNebulizer — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:18:49 GMT

Hi all, Its important to note that whether a nebulizer is a mesh or jet they are ALL prescription-only devices. No nebulizer can be legally sold/marketed over the counter. This includes any of the big brand Philips or Pari-trek being sold online or …
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Bob puff dragon Hope we are all looking to make this a great day know l am.Ordered some new equipment yesterday for updating my recording and mixing capabilities. Contacted a major local singing star recently and she called me yesterday to help in explaining the new tech and what to order and volunteered to send a tech over when it comes to explain it and help set it up.l can't rely on beuracrats to do anything meaningful to help,my clock is ticking ....It is so nice when people that have no reason to help do so,restores my faith in humanity.
Sometimes a little act of kindness can go a long way.
Breath well all.
Hope your appointment went well yesterday Debbie B

Bob puff dragon — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:08:37 GMT

Hope we are all looking to make this a great day know l am.Ordered some new equipment yesterday for updating my recording and mixing capabilities. Contacted a major local singing star recently and she called me yesterday to help in explaining the new tech and what to order and volunteered to send a tech over when it comes to explain it and help set it up.l can't rely on beuracrats to do anything meaningful to help,my clock is ticking ....It is so nice when people that have no reason to help do so,restores my faith in humanity.Sometimes a little act of kindness can go a long way.Breath well all.Hope your appointment went well yesterday Debbie B
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager 🌎📸 Visit My Corner of the World Wednesday

Let’s mix it up a little this week… 💙

Some days, it’s a favorite chair.
Some days, it’s a memory.
And some days… it’s just something that catches your eye and makes you pause.

This week, we’d love to see whatever gives you a different kind of reflection.

It could be:
🌅 A beautiful sky that made you stop and look
🌸 Trees or flowers starting to bloom
🌧️ A rainy moment that felt peaceful
🌿 Something simple that just felt good to notice

And of course—your usual corners are always welcome too. That’s what makes this so special… there’s no one way to share.

If it meant something to you, we’d love to see it.

So if you’re up for it, share a photo (or a few words!) and tell us:
What caught your eye this week?

These moments—big or small—have a way of connecting us in ways we don’t always expect. And it’s really something special to see. 💙

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:39:21 GMT

🌎📸 Visit My Corner of the World WednesdayLet’s mix it up a little this week… 💙Some days, it’s a favorite chair.Some days, it’s a memory.And some days… it’s just something that catches your eye and makes you pause.This week, we’d love to see whatever gives you a different kind of reflection.It could be:🌅 A beautiful sky that made you stop and look🌸 Trees or flowers starting to bloom🌧️ A rainy moment that felt peaceful🌿 Something simple that just felt good to noticeAnd of course—your usual corners are always welcome too. That’s what makes this so special… there’s no one way to share.If it meant something to you, we’d love to see it.So if you’re up for it, share a photo (or a few words!) and tell us:What caught your eye this week?These moments—big or small—have a way of connecting us in ways we don’t always expect. And it’s really something special to see. 💙
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:59:19 GMT

🥄LUNCH PARFAIT🥄1 cup 4% milkfat cottage cheese1/4 cup thinly sliced English cucumber 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives 2 tbsp. pine nutsOlive oilFreshly ground black pepper In each of 2 parfait glasses, layer 1/4 of the cottage cheese,...
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Wishing everyone a lovely Wednesday! Think happy thoughts. Keep moving forward. Breathe easy, friends! 😊

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:54:15 GMT

Wishing everyone a lovely Wednesday! Think happy thoughts. Keep moving forward. Breathe easy, friends! 😊
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HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain Remember to join us for our monthly support group meetings, tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15 (3rd Wednesday of every month). It's available on Zoom, 4-6 Eastern Time (10-noon Hawaii Standard Time). More information is at www.hawaiicopd.org/join-great-discussions-about-lung-health/. Register at www.hawaiicopd.org/hawaii-copd-event-registration/ so you can get reminders. See you tomorrow!

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:26:31 GMT

Remember to join us for our monthly support group meetings, tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15 (3rd Wednesday of every month). It's available on Zoom, 4-6 Eastern Time (10-noon Hawaii Standard Time). More information is at www.hawaiicopd.org/join-great-discussions-about-lung-health/. Register at www.hawaiicopd.org/hawaii-copd-event-registration/ so you can get reminders. See you tomorrow!
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Bcava2 Hey man, not sure if you’re on this platform or not anymore but I’ve been having the same issues you describe.

I’m a 24 Y/O male and am seemingly healthy as can be. For the last 9 months or so I’ve been having palpitations, trouble inhaling and a bloating like feeling in my sternum.

Did you ever find out with this was, as it may help guide me in the right direction.

Bcava2 — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:23:56 GMT

Hey man, not sure if you’re on this platform or not anymore but I’ve been having the same issues you describe. I’m a 24 Y/O male and am seemingly healthy as can be. For the last 9 months or so I’ve been having palpitations, trouble inhaling and a bloating like feeling in my sternum. Did you ever find out with this was, as it may help guide me in the right direction.
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager If you’re in the mood for a different view, I came across a live cam of a bald eagle with two eaglets — it’s really neat to watch. It can be a nice way to take a quiet moment with some nature. I’ll add a few more live cams in the comments too — everything from safari scenes to squirrels. It’s pretty amazing getting a glimpse of places all over the world like this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kx-M5DV8C2E

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:41:52 GMT

If you’re in the mood for a different view, I came across a live cam of a bald eagle with two eaglets — it’s really neat to watch. It can be a nice way to take a quiet moment with some nature. I’ll add a few more live cams in the comments too — everything from safari scenes to squirrels. It’s pretty amazing getting a glimpse of places all over the world like this.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kx-M5DV8C2E
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Geeka Hi all. Im getting severe anxiety using the breztri inhaler. It’s been 2 weeks since my pulmonologist instructed me to take it twice a day.
I guilt smoking 8 years ago. I have five years of ct exams which clearly read I have severe emphysema. I never looked them over thoroughly because my Doctors weren’t concerned their messages were to continue the test yearly.
About a month ago I was winded when walking briskly and was set up for the breath exam. There I was handed the Breztri to help my “severe” emphysema. 2 weeks in today. I stopped the inhaler it has made me anxious and irritable. my normal blood pressure is high, I have a slight sore throat, my back hurts. I feel better without it than with it.
My question is since I feel fine and am breathing fine, do I even need the inhaler at all at this time. Does it make a difference? If I’m breathing fine and The medication is not a cure . What is the difference. I’m so confused.
I have a follow up appointment in early May.

Geeka — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:40:21 GMT

Hi all. Im getting severe anxiety using the breztri inhaler. It’s been 2 weeks since my pulmonologist instructed me to take it twice a day. I guilt smoking 8 years ago. I have five years of ct exams which clearly read I have severe emphysema. I never looked them over thoroughly because my Doctors weren’t concerned their messages were to continue the test yearly.About a month ago I was winded when walking briskly and was set up for the breath exam. There I was handed the Breztri to help my “severe” emphysema. 2 weeks in today. I stopped the inhaler it has made me anxious and irritable. my normal blood pressure is high, I have a slight sore throat, my back hurts. I feel better without it than with it.My question is since I feel fine and am breathing fine, do I even need the inhaler at all at this time. Does it make a difference? If I’m breathing fine and The medication is not a cure . What is the difference. I’m so confused.I have a follow up appointment in early May.
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager 🌤️ Reach As High As You Can Day 🌤️

Now before anyone tries to climb a ladder or stretch for something on the top shelf… let’s pause for a second 😄

“Reaching high” today doesn’t have to mean going all out. Around here, it can look a little different—and that’s more than okay.

Maybe today your “reach” is:
💙 Getting through the day with a steady breath
💙 Standing a little longer than yesterday
💙 Remembering your meds (hey, that’s a win!)
💙 Sending a message or checking in on someone
💙 Or just saying, “today’s a tough one, and I’m still here”

Some days we reach for the stars…
Other days we reach for the remote—and both count.

Wherever today finds you, there’s still something to reach for—and there’s always a little hope in that.

We’d love to hear from you 👇
What’s one thing you’re reaching for today?

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:25:41 GMT

🌤️ Reach As High As You Can Day 🌤️Now before anyone tries to climb a ladder or stretch for something on the top shelf… let’s pause for a second 😄“Reaching high” today doesn’t have to mean going all out. Around here, it can look a little different—and that’s more than okay.Maybe today your “reach” is:💙 Getting through the day with a steady breath💙 Standing a little longer than yesterday💙 Remembering your meds (hey, that’s a win!)💙 Sending a message or checking in on someone💙 Or just saying, “today’s a tough one, and I’m still here”Some days we reach for the stars…Other days we reach for the remote—and both count.Wherever today finds you, there’s still something to reach for—and there’s always a little hope in that.We’d love to hear from you 👇What’s one thing you’re reaching for today?
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Dinna25 answered the question A different kind of quit smoking question...

Dinna25 — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:13:40 GMT

Hi all Its been many many years but i will not have smoked 34,680 fags. Combination of Tailor made and Rolling Tobacco. Eventually packed up on medical grounds years ago but still diagnosed with copd some years later.
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:06:54 GMT

⏺️CREAM CHEESE RANCH ROLY-POLYS⏺️16 ounces cream cheese, softened One 1-ounce packet dry ranch dressing mix1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup finely diced scallionsOne 2.25-ounce can chopped black olives, drainedFour 12-inch flour...
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Tuesday!
Keep those positive vibes flowing! You have no idea how much your positive outlook helps others!
Positivity. Pass it along to everyone! 🤩

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:40:50 GMT

Happy Tuesday! Keep those positive vibes flowing! You have no idea how much your positive outlook helps others! Positivity. Pass it along to everyone! 🤩
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Ms Burns I'm seeing the pulmonologist for the first time in May 2026 and don't know what to expect

Ms Burns — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:27:21 GMT

I'm seeing the pulmonologist for the first time in May 2026 and don't know what to expect
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