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Coach Brandon - Community Manager 👖🚶 Happy Take Your Pants for a Walk Day! 🚶👖

Yes... it's a real thing. And honestly, your pants have been waiting all weekend. 😄

Today's quirky holiday comes with a pretty good reminder: if you can, get up and get moving.

Whether it's a trip to the mailbox, a stroll around the house, a lap through the grocery store, or simply standing up and stretching a few extra times today, every little bit counts.

For those living with COPD or other lung conditions—and for the amazing caregivers walking right beside them—movement isn't about setting records. It's about maintaining strength, building confidence, and doing what you can, at your pace.

Some days you'll feel like taking on the neighborhood.
Some days, just getting your pants moving is a victory.

Both count.

So today, let's give those pants something to do besides hanging around! 😉

💙 Where are your pants taking you today?

If you'd like, share a photo from your adventure... or simply tell us what keeps you moving. Whether it's family, your furry sidekick, your garden, pulmonary rehab, a favorite walking trail, or just the determination to keep putting one foot in front of the other—we'd love to hear your story and cheer you on.

Here's to taking one more step today than yesterday... even if your pants have to do most of the convincing! 💙👖

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:26:59 GMT

👖🚶 Happy Take Your Pants for a Walk Day! 🚶👖Yes... it's a real thing. And honestly, your pants have been waiting all weekend. 😄Today's quirky holiday comes with a pretty good reminder: if you can, get up and get moving.Whether it's a trip to the mailbox, a stroll around the house, a lap through the grocery store, or simply standing up and stretching a few extra times today, every little bit counts.For those living with COPD or other lung conditions—and for the amazing caregivers walking right beside them—movement isn't about setting records. It's about maintaining strength, building confidence, and doing what you can, at your pace.Some days you'll feel like taking on the neighborhood.Some days, just getting your pants moving is a victory.Both count.So today, let's give those pants something to do besides hanging around! 😉💙 Where are your pants taking you today?If you'd like, share a photo from your adventure... or simply tell us what keeps you moving. Whether it's family, your furry sidekick, your garden, pulmonary rehab, a favorite walking trail, or just the determination to keep putting one foot in front of the other—we'd love to hear your story and cheer you on.Here's to taking one more step today than yesterday... even if your pants have to do most of the convincing! 💙👖
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Tuesday!
A smile is contagious, so the more you smile, the more people you will see with a big smile! 😃 Wearing a smile is so easy to do, and it goes with everything you wear!
So, put on a happy face and enjoy your day, friends! 😀

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:42:49 GMT

Happy Tuesday!A smile is contagious, so the more you smile, the more people you will see with a big smile! 😃 Wearing a smile is so easy to do, and it goes with everything you wear! So, put on a happy face and enjoy your day, friends! 😀
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Chrissyanne1984 Hello. I am a caregiver for my mother. She’s lived with me for the past 15 years. She just found out last week her COPD is now in end stage with severe emphysema and the pulmonologist told us there is nothing left to do medication wise.

I’m lost for words, I can tell the impact it’s taken on my mom. She’s recently looked into virtual pulmonary rehab since that appointment last Thursday.
She’s suffering so bad and getting so discouraged. Extremely hard to watch my best friend go through this and may not be able to do anything.
I am scared and I’m scared for her

Chrissyanne1984 — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 03:31:46 GMT

Hello. I am a caregiver for my mother. She’s lived with me for the past 15 years. She just found out last week her COPD is now in end stage with severe emphysema and the pulmonologist told us there is nothing left to do medication wise. I’m lost for words, I can tell the impact it’s taken on my mom. She’s recently looked into virtual pulmonary rehab since that appointment last Thursday.She’s suffering so bad and getting so discouraged. Extremely hard to watch my best friend go through this and may not be able to do anything. I am scared and I’m scared for her
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Djrose answered the question Do any of you h

Djrose — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:31:01 GMT

I have an Apple Watch, I use it to track my oxygen levels and sleep patterns. It keeps a record of heart rate, oxygen level, and other things on my iphon
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Dinna25 answered the question Do any of you h

Dinna25 — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:46:50 GMT

Hi there I have a amazfit bip6 I use it all the time. I have exercise routines which i find helpful it counts my steps as I walk a lot and try to always get between 8000 and 10,000 a day. when i first had it i found the sleep monitoring scary but soon …
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Sapthatsme I am newly diagnosed with mild COPD and love to walk, but reading that if humidex is hi, you shouldn't walk outdoors? What is too high to walk and where can I check for the humidex?

Sapthatsme — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:50:34 GMT

I am newly diagnosed with mild COPD and love to walk, but reading that if humidex is hi, you shouldn't walk outdoors? What is too high to walk and where can I check for the humidex?
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:06:08 GMT

🥒🥒CREAMY CUCUMBER SALAD🥒🥒2 medium cucumbers, peeled1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill Slice cucumbers about 1/8-inch thick. Place in a large bowl. Season with salt. Combine with the yogurt and dill.Cover...
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Monday to a great group of people!
Keep up the good work taking care of yourselves!
Don't forget to keep those positive vibes flowing!
Keep a smile on your face, and you'll always be in the right place! 😀

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:41:16 GMT

Happy Monday to a great group of people!Keep up the good work taking care of yourselves! Don't forget to keep those positive vibes flowing!Keep a smile on your face, and you'll always be in the right place! 😀
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Willem Thehu I just got out of a exacerbation period of 35 days. Due to the very environment temperatutes it sloowed down my recuperation process. I lijke to learn more about biologicals and the results.

Willem Thehu — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:07:13 GMT

I just got out of a exacerbation period of 35 days. Due to the very environment temperatutes it sloowed down my recuperation process. I lijke to learn more about biologicals and the results.
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Connieb Today I’m doing pretty well!

Connieb — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:50:37 GMT

Today I’m doing pretty well!
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Sunday, friends!
Did you know that you can grow some lovely plants, even if you live in an apartment?
If you have a baker's rack, or a shelf, you can use that as your starting point. Windowsills and hanging pots are also useful!
There are many varieties of houseplants to choose from. You can even grow herbs to use for cooking!
🌿We would love to see photos of your plants!🌿 Please feel free to share them with us! 😀

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 07:41:39 GMT

Happy Sunday, friends!Did you know that you can grow some lovely plants, even if you live in an apartment?If you have a baker's rack, or a shelf, you can use that as your starting point. Windowsills and hanging pots are also useful!There are many varieties of houseplants to choose from. You can even grow herbs to use for cooking!🌿We would love to see photos of your plants!🌿 Please feel free to share them with us! 😀
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Tommocopd Hi I’ve just been told today I have COPD and I just thought I’d join the fofum

Tommocopd — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:27:08 GMT

Hi I’ve just been told today I have COPD and I just thought I’d join the fofum
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Coach Brandon - Community Manager 👩‍🍳 Happy Culinarians Day! 🍽️

Food has a special way of bringing people together. It reminds us of family, favorite vacations, celebrations, and the people who taught us how to cook.

Whether your "signature dish" is a homemade soup, the world's best grilled cheese, or a favorite dessert, we'd love to hear about it!

🥘 Tell us:
If we made a 360Social Community Cookbook, what ONE recipe would you insist on including?

You don't have to post the whole recipe (unless you want to 😉). Just tell us the dish and why it's special to you.

Who knows... we may discover some new favorites!

❤ Let's fill today's comments with delicious ideas and great memories!

Coach Brandon - Community Manager — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:12:52 GMT

👩‍🍳 Happy Culinarians Day! 🍽️Food has a special way of bringing people together. It reminds us of family, favorite vacations, celebrations, and the people who taught us how to cook.Whether your "signature dish" is a homemade soup, the world's best grilled cheese, or a favorite dessert, we'd love to hear about it!🥘 Tell us:If we made a 360Social Community Cookbook, what ONE recipe would you insist on including?You don't have to post the whole recipe (unless you want to 😉). Just tell us the dish and why it's special to you.Who knows... we may discover some new favorites!❤ Let's fill today's comments with delicious ideas and great memories!
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JeanO53 I saw a pair of Indigo Buntings late yesterday afternoon.
Normally I see the beautiful male high in the trees, but these two were hanging out around one of the rain gardens.
Since they build their nests low to the ground, there may be a nest somewhere in this garden.

JeanO53 — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:09:49 GMT

I saw a pair of Indigo Buntings late yesterday afternoon. Normally I see the beautiful male high in the trees, but these two were hanging out around one of the rain gardens. Since they build their nests low to the ground, there may be a nest somewhere in this garden.
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain Happy Saturday, everyone! Wake up and stretch! Get those positive thoughts flowing! You are about to enjoy a wonderful day! Keep on smiling!
Did you know that a smile is contagious?!! 😃

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:36:10 GMT

Happy Saturday, everyone! Wake up and stretch! Get those positive thoughts flowing! You are about to enjoy a wonderful day! Keep on smiling!Did you know that a smile is contagious?!! 😃
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Sue Joyce I feel a little stuffy today.

Sue Joyce — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 03:19:56 GMT

I feel a little stuffy today.
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Dawchr71 Hello, I am new here. My husband has severe COPD. His last hospital stay, in May, they told me he has about 2- 7 years, and wouldn't be surprised if something didn't happen within the next year, due to how bad he is. How do I deal with something like this? He was referred to Palliative Care, and they said he would qualify for Hospice care, which made me even more worried. He did refuse hospice care and is currently holding his own, at least that is what he tells me. Tonight he said his chest has been feeling weird all day, not right, he said just weird. He says other than that he feels ok. I should mention that he hates hospitals and does not want to go back in to one if he doesn't have to. Apologies if I am rambling, I don't really have anyone to talk to about this, my mom, who was also my best friend, passed away in 2020. there has not been anyone I feel comfortable talking to about my fears/concerns. I put on a brave face and try to take it day by day. Thank you for listening.

Dawchr71 — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 01:27:02 GMT

Hello, I am new here. My husband has severe COPD. His last hospital stay, in May, they told me he has about 2- 7 years, and wouldn't be surprised if something didn't happen within the next year, due to how bad he is. How do I deal with something like this? He was referred to Palliative Care, and they said he would qualify for Hospice care, which made me even more worried. He did refuse hospice care and is currently holding his own, at least that is what he tells me. Tonight he said his chest has been feeling weird all day, not right, he said just weird. He says other than that he feels ok. I should mention that he hates hospitals and does not want to go back in to one if he doesn't have to. Apologies if I am rambling, I don't really have anyone to talk to about this, my mom, who was also my best friend, passed away in 2020. there has not been anyone I feel comfortable talking to about my fears/concerns. I put on a brave face and try to take it day by day. Thank you for listening.
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Mary Lou Cook I was sent home after a hospital stay with oxygen and a COPD/emphysema diagnosis. I am 79 years old. Prior to this I had no idea. I have no shortness of breath and led a fully active life before. No breathing test was ever administered that I know of. I have no idea what I can and cannot do. Some days Im fine and some days not. I seem to have a very bad pulmonologist who has no idea about my case! I have to carry a spirometer to tell what my oxygen is.. I have days where it’s up all day and today it is down.
Treatment so far has been a Pet scan for nodules (which are ok). The pulmonologist thinks I need 24 hour a day oxygen. Im not ready for that.

Primary care dr. Could no figure this out. What do I do? I live in rural America.

Mary Lou Cook — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:24:18 GMT

I was sent home after a hospital stay with oxygen and a COPD/emphysema diagnosis. I am 79 years old. Prior to this I had no idea. I have no shortness of breath and led a fully active life before. No breathing test was ever administered that I know of. I have no idea what I can and cannot do. Some days Im fine and some days not. I seem to have a very bad pulmonologist who has no idea about my case! I have to carry a spirometer to tell what my oxygen is.. I have days where it’s up all day and today it is down. Treatment so far has been a Pet scan for nodules (which are ok). The pulmonologist thinks I need 24 hour a day oxygen. Im not ready for that.Primary care dr. Could no figure this out. What do I do? I live in rural America.
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Caroline West Virginia State Captain answered the question CPAP CAUSING STOMACH GAS

Caroline West Virginia State Captain — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:33:25 GMT

I have no experience at all with a CPAP. I just wanted to say that you might want to contact your doctor and your supplier and see if they have answers or suggestions.
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain 🐿Fluffy Friday Bonus!🐿

A new little chipmunk! She follows me around the yard! I named her Sweet Adeline! 🥰 I sing Sweet Adeline to her! She stands up like and prairie dog, and she listens to me sing! (Oh, my...)

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:23:29 GMT

🐿Fluffy Friday Bonus!🐿A new little chipmunk! She follows me around the yard! I named her Sweet Adeline! 🥰 I sing Sweet Adeline to her! She stands up like and prairie dog, and she listens to me sing! (Oh, my...)
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain We've got them right here on 360Social! Stick with us, folks! This is THE place to be! 🙂

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:08:22 GMT

We've got them right here on 360Social! Stick with us, folks! This is THE place to be! 🙂
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David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) answered the question How long can you live with severe COPD when on oxygen?

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:57:53 GMT

As noted- People do not come with expiration dates! Many have lived full lives with your degree of impairment for years. Control what you can (Diet, exercise, no smoking or vaping, get vaccinated)--- and learn everything you can (use our learn more …
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DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain commented on Eating Well: From Debbie B’s Kitchen to Yours

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:17:17 GMT

✴️APRICOT-DIJON PORK CHOPS✴️4 boneless pork chops, 1-inch thick 1/2 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. pepper2 tsp. olive oil 3/4 cup chicken stock6 tbsp. apricot preserves5 tbsp. cider vinegar 4 tsp. Dijon mustard 4 tsp. finely chopped fresh sageSeason pork...
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Picasso answered the question How long can you live with severe COPD when on oxygen?

Picasso — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:15:02 GMT

Thank you all so much for such positive replies; just what I need to hear. I'm based in the UK and there just doesn't seem to be many/any COPD forums I can find. Lots on asthma but nothing like this site. Re. pulmonary rehab - I do a chair based exercise …
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Linda Sulewski asked the question CPAP CAUSING STOMACH GAS

Linda Sulewski — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:09:49 GMT

I have been using my CPAP for 2 years now and find that sometimes it causes gas to build up in my stomach and I have to take it off as I feel like I'm suffocating. My O2 level was 94 without oxyen and I'm wondering if the CPAP is in fact, causing the air …
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