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Brittany Irish COPDF

Brittany Irish COPDFMedicare Open Enrollment is open today through December 7!

Reviewing your Medicare coverage can help you prepare for the year ahead.

We have resources to help you understand your options, plan for health care costs, and navigate prescription coverage.

Explore resources, including:
- A Medicare enrollment checklist
- A guide to understanding Medicare coverage
- A tool to estimate and compare costs
- Webinars and a podcast about Medicare and chronic lung conditions

Take the next step toward understanding your coverage.

Explore our Medicare resources: https://copdf.co/Medicare2026

4 days ago

JeanO53

JeanO53I saw this beautiful creature yesterday swimming on Lake Michigan near Grant Park's beach.
It's a Mute Swan, so considered invasive. Hmmm... I enjoyed seeing it anyway.
.. With COPD, some days can be more difficult than others.   And then I am reminded - There's a line in a Beth Nielsen Chapman song that goes...    ๐ŸŽถ"How heavy the empty heart, how light the heart that's full" ๐ŸŽถ
 Wishing you all full hearts today  ๐Ÿ’™

22 minutes ago

  • brydyi consider mosquitoes invasive Jean & Id much prefer your beautiful swan to them! :)) thxs for sharing this awesome pic & for your msg, I needed to hear that today. ๐Ÿ’•8 minutes ago
AfterLyfe93

AfterLyfe93answered the question Can anyone interpret results

Well I asked my doctor to explain these results a bit better to me and she said she couldn't since she isn't a pulmonologist. Was hoping someone here could read these results and explain it a bit better for me. When I put it into Google it tells me …

29 minutes ago

Community Announcements

Community Announcementsadded a new article How Severe Is My COPD?: Test Results vs. Symptoms

This article was written by Kalli Mago.

If you are living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you may wonder how severe your condition is. COPD is a progressive disease, which means it gets worse over time. Understanding how severe your COPD is can help you make better choices to protect your lungs for the future.

When you were diagnosed with COPD, your health care provider might have told you what "stage" your COPD is. This number between 1 and 4 is based on your spirometry test results. It can help you understand your condition more.

While knowing your number can be useful, it doesn't always tell you everything about your condition. Sometimes, people have "mild" COPD according to their numbers, but their symptoms can be more severe. Other times, the opposite is true. You could have "severe" COPD but still feel fairly well most days.

1 hour ago

mark33philippines

mark33philippines

im mark 33 male from ph,its so hard when u had this copd,i cant sleep well,its very hard when u had this condition to normaly work,:( how can i buy medicine if i dont work,buts its very hard to. work when u had this

4 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ‚CARAMEL DIP๐Ÿ‚๐Ÿ‚An awesome dip that's perfect for the fall season. Some tasty dippers are: sliced apples, sliced pears, graham crackers, and vanilla wafers!8 ounces cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar1/4 cup...

4 hours ago

Willylife

Willylife

How are you feeling today?

7 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Monday, friends! 
Start out your week with a positive outlook! Wishing everyone a productive, pleasant day! ๐Ÿ˜€

7 hours ago

thehlk

thehlk

Hi, everyone. I just wanted to tell you all how much I appreciate you. I was feeling a little anxious and weepy this evening, so I came here to my feed to re-read all the positive and encouraging messages you have sent. Itโ€˜s so easy for me to slip back down into โ€œbad placeโ€œ with my thoughts. Since I had my PFT, I decided to tell my daughter about my health. I was afraid she would panic. Sheโ€™s in nursing school and already has a touch of health anxiety. She took the news quite well, thankfully. It has been such a relief to get that off my chest. I felt like I was lying by keeping it from her. She is proud of me for quitting smoking โ€œfor real this time.โ€ There were many years of half-hearted attempts to get here! Anyway, thank you again. Iโ€™m sure Iโ€™ll be back soon for more emotional support! โ˜บ

15 hours ago

AfterLyfe93

AfterLyfe93asked the question: Can anyone interpret results

Curious if this is copd or if anything here is worrisome. If so is any of this reversible? I'm in the process of quitting smoking now

15 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Sunday, everyone! Wishing you a pleasant, easy breathing day! ๐Ÿ˜Š

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

Karen, the contrast of the dark bread and the cream cheese is so nice. Yum! ...

1 day ago

Lucy k

Lucy k

Oops Coach Brandon!  My New Zealand spelling.  Thank you for being my friend๐ŸŒน

1 day ago

Lucy k

Lucy k

Hello Das 23, how are you going?

1 day ago

Lucy k

Lucy k

I was trying an accept friend from Coach Brendan.  Not sure if I have achieved this correctly.  I am not up to speed with your amazing website.  For example I don't know how to post messages on the wall!  Lucy K Wellington New Zealand 

1 day ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

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

I've never made Boston Brown Bread, but absolutely LOVE it. But - I buy the canned version. I spread cream cheese on it and could eat 1/2 of the can all by myself. at one sitting. ...

1 day ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Happy Wear Something Gaudy Day! ๐Ÿฆš๐ŸŽฉ๐ŸŒˆ

Today's the day to pull out those wild colors, crazy patterns, oversized hats, and anything else that makes people stop and say, "Well, that's certainly a LOOK!" ๐Ÿ˜‚

Sometimes wearing something a little outrageous is just plain fun! It can make people smile, spark a conversation, or give us all a good laugh.

But you know what isn't gaudy? Wearing oxygen.

Whether it's a portable oxygen concentrator, a tank, or tubing across your face, there's nothing embarrassing about using something that helps you breathe easier and enjoy life.

I know that being out in public with oxygen can sometimes make people feel self-conscious. People may look, and little kids may stare or ask questions. Often, they're simply curious. And while you certainly don't owe anyone an explanation, sometimes those little moments can open the door to understanding.

I hope you'll never feel that your oxygen is something you need to hide. It's not a fashion statement. It's something that helps you keep doing the things you enjoy, and that's worth celebrating!

Now, if you want to wear a giant feathered hat, a bright striped shirt, plaid shorts, and flip-flops WITH your oxygen, well, that's another story! ๐Ÿ˜‚

So tell us, what's the gaudiest thing you've ever worn? Or better yet, do you have a picture? We'd love to see it!

Let's have a little fun today! ๐Ÿ’™

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Saturday, friends! Wishing all of you an awesome day! Make the best of every moment! โœจ๏ธ 

2 days ago

Sean P. Smith

Sean P. Smithanswered the question Everyday Life with COPD: What's Worked for You? What Are You Still Trying to Figure Out?

Sure things are little harder for us, but it just makes the good stuff that much better! First recommendation is if you haven't been to pulmonary rehabilitation call your pulmonologist TODAY. Rehab will teach you how to take better care of yourself. …
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2 days ago

happy alice

happy alice

Lately i've been struggling more...out of breath quicker and with more severe breathlessness.  What's the next step? I'm currently on Symbicort and Incruse + Albuterol..have any of you improved with a prescription change?  Is it time to consider daily low-dose steroid? Has that helped you?
I'm 74 and diagnosed with emphysema 10 years ago.

2 days ago

JeanO53

JeanO53I stopped watching baseball a few years ago, but still excited about this...

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐ŸŸซ๐ŸŸซ๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธBOSTON BROWN BREAD๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธ๐ŸŸซ๐ŸŸซ1/2 cup cornmeal 1/2 cup rye flour1/2 cup whole wheat flour1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda1 tsp. salt2 tbsp. maple syrup1/3 cup dark molasses1 cup whole milk1 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 cup golden raisins Preheat...

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Fluffy Friday from my orange boy Pumpkin Pie, aka Punkie! ๐Ÿงก Wishing everyone a very orange-y day! ๐Ÿ”ถ๏ธ๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธ๐Ÿ”ถ๏ธ

3 days ago

Shokji

Shokji

I read that there is a clinic in Germany that treats you having you inhale healing factors collected and concentrated from cultured umbilical cord stem cells. Anybody who has either gone through this treatment ? and/or wants to comment on this is welcome. 

3 days ago

Shokji

Shokji

Glad to be here as a care giver for my older brother with breathing issues. 

3 days ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Happy National Grouch Day! ๐Ÿ˜ 

Well, well, well! To all the grumblers, moaners, eye-rollers, and professional complainers out thereโ€ฆ congratulations! Today is YOUR day!

Go ahead, let out that groan, throw in a grumble, or give someone your best Oscar the Grouch impression. You've officially got permission to be grouchy today! Not that some of us needed permission. Ha!

But all kidding aside, we all have those days, don't we?

Living with COPD, caring for someone you love, or just dealing with life's ups and downs can sometimes leave you feeling tired, frustrated, or plain fed up. And you know what? That's okay!

One thing I love about our 360social community is that you don't have to show up with a smile plastered on your face. You don't have to pretend everything is wonderful when it isn't.

This is a place where you can be yourself, even on your grouchiest days!

Sometimes there's a lot more behind someone's grumble than we realize. Maybe it's a rough breathing day, a sleepless night, worry, or just having ENOUGH! And sometimes, having someone who understands, listens, or makes you laugh can turn that day around.

Believe me, I can be a grouch myself! I try not to make a career out of it, but I have my moments.

So whether you're feeling like sunshine and rainbows or Oscar the Grouch guarding his trash can, you're welcome here! That's what makes this community special. We don't have to have perfect days to be here for one another.

Now, what brings out YOUR inner grouch? Slow drivers? Someone interrupting your nap? A phone that won't stop ringing? Or someone asking what's wrong when you're just minding your own business?

Come on, let's hear those grumbles! Maybe we'll get a few good laughs out of them, too.

Happy National Grouch Day, my friends! Even if you're not in the mood to be happy about it.

4 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

Thanks, Karen! Plenty of choices for side dishes, too! ๐Ÿ˜Š...

4 days ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

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

This sounds delicious!! I think I even have all the ingredients :-)...

4 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.