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Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

โ„ February Check-In: Small Tips That Can Make Winter a Little Easier โ„

February can be a tricky month. Cold air, dry indoor heat, shorter days, and winter fatigue can all pile up -- especially when youโ€™re living with COPD or caring for someone who is.

A few gentle reminders that may help this time of year:

๐Ÿซ Cold air care: If you head outside, covering your nose and mouth with a scarf or mask can help warm the air before it reaches your lungs.

๐Ÿ’ง Stay hydrated: Dry winter air can thicken mucus. Sipping fluids throughout the day (warm drinks count!) can help keep things moving.

๐Ÿ  Indoor air matters: If you have one, a humidifier can help ease dryness -- just be sure itโ€™s cleaned regularly.

๐Ÿง˜ Any movement counts: Whether itโ€™s light stretching, seated exercises, or a slow walk around the house, gentle movement can support breathing and energy.

โค Caregivers, check in on yourself too: Even a few quiet minutes to rest, breathe, or reset can make a difference. You matter in this equation.

How is February treating you so far? Anything thatโ€™s helping you get through these winter days? Weโ€™d love to hear whatโ€™s working for you. ๐Ÿ’ฌ๐Ÿ’™

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captainanswered the question Check-in: How do you create a COPD-friendly home?

I count the number of stairs in my house. To avoid falling, I count each step as I do down. This way, I know when to expect the landings. It really helps while carrying something large.
Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captaindas23 also answered the question Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captainand 1 other also answered the question

53 minutes ago

TMB24

TMB24

I am not doing well i was just told i have copd and i am 48 fixing to be 49 i been smoking for 32 years. 

1 hour ago

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  • das23Welcome TMB24....OK. 1st---this is no death sentence!!  Were you diagnosed by a pulmonologist after having a Pulmonary Function Test??  Read all the information in the LEARN MORE tab at the top of the page-it is very helpful and accurate.  Now is a GREAT time to stop smoking if you still are!! There is a lot of help available to help you quit if you need it. Not smoking--Eating right and exercise can help you have a good quality if life. Many folks here are living well with all stages of COPD. Glad you found us and keep us posted. Ask any questions you like--you'll get plenty of support here1 hour ago
  • das23Also--if you are prescribed meds--take them as prescribed1 hour ago
  • DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainWelcome to our community! We're so glad you've joined us! ๐Ÿ˜€
    Our friend Dave has given you good advice!
    You will get plenty of support here. You'll find out that you are able to manage your condition while living a good life. Many of our members are doing just that, myself included!47 minutes ago
DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

โ˜•๏ธCOFFEE SMOOTHIEโ˜•๏ธA wonderful smoothie to enjoy in the morning, or as an afternoon treat! 1 medium banana, sliced and frozen1/2 cup brewed coffee, chilled 1/2 cup milk of your choice1/4 cup rolled oats1 tbsp. your favorite nut butter...

5 hours ago

Kalli Mago

Kalli Magoasked the question: Check-in: How do you create a COPD-friendly home?

Home is where the heart is, but what about the lungs? COPD can change the way you relate to your environment, and your home is no exception. Is your home supporting your lung health? Here are a few simple ways you can make your home more COPD friendly. …

7 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐ŸŽ"SAVE SOME FOR ME" APPLE SALAD๐ŸDressing:1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tbsp. mayonnaise 3 tbsp. lemon juice3/4 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. pepperSalad:4 cups baby spinach leaves2 stalks celery, chopped1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion1/4 cup raisins 1/2 cup...

15 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHello, Monday! ๐Ÿ‘‹ 
We have the strength to get through the toughest of times. We build ourselves up, and we're filled with self confidence. We pass our positivity onto others, and we keep on moving forward! โžก
Wishing everyone a magnificent Monday! ๐Ÿคฉ

19 hours ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

Well, when the โ€œkidsโ€ visited a few weeks ago, they disassembled and repaired our waterrower (indoor rower). Today, I refilled the tank and it didnโ€™t leak!  I now have one more way to exercise and fewer excuses about bad weather or inconvenience. Haha!  2026 will be a year to work on ever improving fitness!

1 day ago

Rickr

Rickranswered the question treatment drugs

Don, i,m almost 70, diagnosed with acos (asthma copd overlap syndrome) about 8 years ago. Starting my 9th dose of Dupixent this week. I have to give Dupixent a solid 10! No exasperations or side affects yet. Breathing better and no more wheezing. Working …
Tom.EPhyliss DiLorenzo NJ State CaptainHIcopd - Hawaii State Captainand 1 other also answered the question Tom.Eand 3 others also answered the question

1 day ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captainanswered the question Why am I Soooo tired after errands...when I finally sit down I feel as though I'm taking my last bre

Welcome to 360Social Early. As Dave said in your other post, you need to see your doctor and let them know how you are feeling. And if you're really struggling to breathe, go to urgent care or the ER. Is your doctor a pulmonologist? Have you had …

1 day ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captaincommented onMove More, Breathe Better: The Link Between Movement and Lung Health

Darn, sorry for the typos - typing too fast. Bit by bit and bite by bite....

1 day ago

Early

Earlyasked the question: Why am I Soooo tired after errands...when I finally sit down I feel as though I'm taking my last bre

Why am I Soooo tired after I do errands ...I feel as though I over exerted myself and I'm taking my last breathe here on earth.....why do I feel this way .do I need oxygen or something...🤔 ??? HELP

1 day ago

Early

Early

Whenever I do errands I feel so exhausted...I mean when I finally sit down I'm so tired...what is this??? Can someone tell me...will this go away ...it feel over tiresome

1 day ago

LFAOMGA

LFAOMGA

Today is Super Bowl Sunday. Many people have special traditions they follow on this day and I thought I would share mine. I use this day to heal my aching heart and soul by laughing and crying. Hereโ€™s how I do it . I go online and watch the current and previous Budweiser Clydesdales commercials. They are great therapy, and itโ€™s free. Enjoy and have a great day ๐Ÿ˜‡

1 day ago

don eck

don eckcommented onMove More, Breathe Better: The Link Between Movement and Lung Health

I use a stationary bike. My goal is to get to 100 minutes a week. I take Sat. Sun off. For now I do it Mon/Wed/Fri . I see how minutes I can ride until I get tired. Now it's 9+ minutes--started at 8. Wabnt to work up to 20 min. 3 times a week. Soi I...

1 day ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community ManagerHappy Sunday, friends!

Debbie shared something earlier that really stuck with me--hope. I think itโ€™s something many of us are pretty familiar with. To me, hope is about giving the day a little extra push and doing what we can to make it a better one, even when that feels hard. Itโ€™s about holding onto our resilience and showing up the best we can.

Every day, try.

Thatโ€™s what this picture has been reminding me of for several years now. Wishing you a Happy Sunday!

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Sunday, friends! Never give up hope! Hope is what holds us together! And, together we are better! 
Have a peaceful, wonderful, easy breathing day! ๐Ÿ˜Š

1 day ago

Cozmic05

Cozmic05

I can't help but think these meds that's are being offered are not doing crap but making me dependant on them, I stopped taking them made me tired couldn't function, you can't seriously think that they can find the solution for the biggest pandemic of our time (CO-VID) in just a few months time while big pharma has had decades and billions of dollars for COPD and cancer, the side effects really? could cause death, isn't that what we are trying to avoid. I'm watching the lung regeneration study that is being done in Jacksonville Florida. 

2 days ago

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  • Cozmic05 I have a good pulmonologist out of the City , I've done the pulmonary rehabilitation and still do the exercises at home, I eat right and stay as active as my breathers will allow, I'm 57 years old, I'm waiting on my pulmonologist to come up with a plan, I just want to get back to working and living, the kicker to my daughter's situation, they found a med that works called Trikafta for her mutation which was delta F508 to late for her. Before telling me to exercise, eat right blah blah...I do all those things. I'm beyond frustrated these meds they push are extremely expensive.15 hours ago
  • DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainYou're not the only one who struggles with the high cost of healthcare.
    Please, try to have a positive outlook on life! It's very important! 
    Take things one day at a time! ๐Ÿ™‚15 hours ago
  • JazzybeanCozmic05 I am so sorry. I understand your anger and frustration more than you know. At this time I am also going through the pain of not only my diminishing health but, am also watching  a daughter deal with serious health issues. I have two young grandchildren who need their Momma. Life is not fair. I wish I had an answer. The only advice I can give from personal experience, live each day the best you can. I spent all of last year in a rage, so angry at doctors, life. All I ended up with was total exhaustion. So this year, I try again, letting the anger go. I spent an hour each morning, focusing on the coming day. 
    That does not mean I have given up trying to get the best medical care I can get. As I said earlier I am starting with a new pulmonologist this month. I will try everything I can in my power to get the best quality of care that's available, keeping in mind that there is a limit to what can be done. But, I am not giving up. I understand your need to be there for your daughter's miracle child. The only thing I can say is when you are with him, try to focus on each moment. I consciously try to laugh and act silly with my two little ones. Granted it's easy they are young. But, in the end, the moment you share with your grandson counts, each minute, each second is precious. I usually don't share my personal struggles, but, only want to say, there are many who understand your anger and pain. BTW, all my anger, my rage today is focused on the health care system in this country. That's why I admire what the COPD Foundation is doing. It turns anger into action. There are many  here  who are part of the fight to do anything possible politically to bring about policies that help those with COPD and lung related health problems. There are no miracle answers, unfortunately it's one step at a time. You are still fairly young. I know you will find a way, as we all do, each and every day, no matter what.     12 hours ago
Teresa555

Teresa555

Very breathless these days I've 53 lung capacity and i am thinking on getting a walking pad to try and get stronger. 

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Saturday, friends! Keep warm, stay hydrated, and keep those positive vibes flowing! Have a terrific day! 

2 days ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State CaptainSending all of you, my online friends, a lovely tulip bouquet for a joyous weekend!

3 days ago

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captain

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State CaptainCOPD soldiers serving on the Veteran Engagement Committee after a hard day's work.

3 days ago

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captain

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captain

AstraZeneca is significantly reducing the cost of its common respiratory inhalers, driven by pressure from the White House and lawmakers to lower prices. These price caps aim to assist uninsured or high-copay patients.  The price cuts affect major, commonly used inhalers for COPD and asthma, including Bevespi Aerosphere, Breztri Aerosphere, and Symbicort.

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐ŸŸงCHICKEN CHEDDAR BITES๐ŸŸงThis makes a tasty snack for Superbowl Sunday! ๐Ÿˆ 1 pound ground chicken1 tbsp. Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp. salt1/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided Preheat the oven to 350...

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

Happy Fluffy Friday, friends! 
Is this Friar Tuck? Nope! ๐Ÿ˜ This is little Luke Rossi, stopping by to wish everyone an awesome day! ๐Ÿคฉ

3 days ago

GAnne

GAnneanswered the question Has anyone else experience a 4cm Bulla in right lung being caused by COPD/Emphysema?

Johnson I have what they call bullous emphysema. Never been told how big they were but I do know the cover the good lung. I just keep my faith and trust God to carry me e everyday. My dr told me as long as I take care of myself, eat tight, excetize fo my …
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3 days ago

Buster55

Buster55

Hi all,
 I am newly diagnosed with emphysema.. Well sort of.  I had a lung CT in February of 2024 that evidentially showed moderate to severe emphysema. I am still trying to wrap my head around why my doctor did not tell me. Anyway... as I'm sure most of your were at first... I am very concerned. Information on the net is all over the place and even AI gives different answers to the same questions.  I am now 70 years old and have been a gym rat since I was 15. But, I also smoked for over 20 years and worked in the petroleum industry for 30 years where I was exposed daily to high concentrations of petrochemical vapor.. My pulse ox fluctuates between 92 and 97 and do have fatigue in the afternoons. But getting this news feels like an imminent death sentence. Even a simple question of how long can I live with this condition gets a variety of answers... I quit smoking, am in the gym 5 days a week and changed to a Mediterranean Diet but still having trouble getting the diagnosis out of my head. Any suggestions are appreciated.

4 days ago

Johnson

Johnsonasked the question: Has anyone else experience a 4cm Bulla in right lung being caused by COPD/Emphysema?

I went to ER today for chest and back pain from my right lung. They said i have a 4cm Bulla in right lung being caused COPD/Emphysema.

4 days ago

Jazzybean

JazzybeanGood morning, a little late but, here it is. Outside my window. Each morning the fox walks by from a nearby den to look for breakfast. The tracks you see is the path he walks through the snow. Some mornings he stops for a second, seemingly looks at me watching him, others he has come and gone by the time I get up. 

4 days ago

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