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Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐ŸŒ Visit My Corner of the World -- Every Wednesday on 360social!

Letโ€™s start a new 360social tradition! Each Wednesday, weโ€™ll share a photo from our own corner of the world -- a favorite view, a cozy spot at home, a beautiful sunrise, or anything that brightens your day. Itโ€™s a wonderful way to see where our 360social friends call home and enjoy a little bit of beauty from one anotherโ€™s surroundings.

๐Ÿ“ธ Whether youโ€™re near the coast, up in the mountains, or right in the heart of town -- post your photo and tell us what makes that place special to you.

Together, weโ€™ll take a mini world tour every week through the eyes of our amazing 360social community. ๐Ÿ’™

Whoโ€™s ready to kick off Visit My Corner of the World Wednesday?

1 day ago

Tom.E

Tom.Eanswered the question Trouble breathing while laying down

First try sleeping on your right side. Also us a fan in the room. It doesn't have to blow directly on you...just create some air circulation. CO2 builds up around us due to respiration whether we're sleeping or sitting for a period of time. I know …
DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain also answered the question DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain also answered the question

2 hours ago

JD85

JD85answered the question Anyone hopeful about possible regenerative therapies in near future?

So admittedly it is the company website, however they also have legitimate Clinical trials ongoing with Phase 1 Completed and results published, and Phase 2 completed with results pending, they also have presented the results for the phase 1 trial at the …
Keir123brydy45yrcopdasthmaand 4 others also answered the question Keir123and 6 others also answered the question

4 hours ago

Dinna25

Dinna25answered the question How to Cope Part 2

Hi I have now via the post recieved the report on my test. It says it shows Moderate to servere obstruction with lung volumns within limits of normal for patients age and height. Result is suggestive of COPD ???? So have i got copd for definite or …
brydyDebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainPhyliss DiLorenzo NJ State Captain also answered the question brydyand 2 others also answered the question

6 hours ago

brydy

brydyanswered the question Iโ€™ve just been diagnosed with hyperextended lungs, moderate Centrilobular & Paraseptal emphysema

hi tomo. just wanted to welcome you to 360. try not to worry, as karen said a ct scan is not a copd diagnosis. good luck with your PFT, ill keep good thoughts for you!
TomoCaroline West Virginia State CaptainKaren Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain also answered the question Tomoand 2 others also answered the question

6 hours ago

brydy

brydyanswered the question Nauseated

thank you G-Anne. some days can be rough, and I appreciate despite you feeling poorly how caring & supportive of others you are. x
GAnne also answered the question GAnne also answered the question

6 hours ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Did anyone notice that our numbers are increasing very quickly?  Is it time to make predictions?

8 hours ago

baileymccrary

baileymccrary

Hello everyone!


Do you have experience taking Dupixent or Nucala for treatment of your COPD? Are you interested in an opportunity to share your experiences and being compensated for your time and expertise? 


If so, please reach out to me at bmccrary@copdfoundation.org for more information on how to participate in this exciting opportunity!

10 hours ago

Community Announcements

Community Announcementsadded a new article COPD Foundation recognizes COPD Awareness Month in November

Miami (October 28, 2025) - November is COPD Awareness Month. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, affects more than 30 million Americans. Approximately half of those do not yet know they have it.

COPD comprises several conditions, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema, and can be caused by genetics and irritants like smoke or pollution. The disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States and the fourth leading cause of death worldwide.

"As we mark COPD Awareness Month this November, we stand with lung health champions around the world in calling for earlier diagnosis, better treatments, and increased awareness of COPD," said Jean Wright, M.D., MBA, CEO of the COPD Foundation. "Through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose, we are expanding access to care, advancing research, and helping more people recognize the early signs and risk factors of COPD. Together, we can help people take control of their lung health."

10 hours ago

Keoke

Keoke

Thank you.


I joined after reading a woman's post about constricting bras, regardless of extenders, she would have to take it off within two hours! That's me!

11 hours ago

Tomo

Tomoasked the question: Iโ€™ve just been diagnosed with hyperextended lungs, moderate Centrilobular & Paraseptal emphysema and

Iโ€™ve just been diagnosed with hyperextended lungs, moderate Centrilobular & Paraseptal emphysema and I have 5 lung nodules ranging from 5mm-7mm 4 solid and 1 partial solid. I go see a specialist in 2 days. Iโ€™m nervous. Is there anyone that has also …

12 hours ago

Dinna25

Dinna25asked the question: How to Cope Part 2

Hi all Results of my appointment. Stats = Blood pressure 110/80 Heartrate 74bpm Oxygen (spo2) 97 Lungs quiet No crackle No wheezing No shortness of breath. None of this made sense when looking at Spirometry Test Results = Stage 3 Servere. …

12 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿคธโ€โ™‚๏ธBANANA ENERGY BITES๐Ÿคธโ€โ™€๏ธ2 very ripe bananas, mashed1/2 cup peanut butter 2 cups quick cooking oats2 tbsp. mini dark chocolate chips1/4 cup coconut flakes1 tbsp.chia seeds1 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. vanilla extractPlace all ingredients in a...

13 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captainhttps://youtu.be/puM1k-S86nE?si=Tf1dLfcM9cG0tweX


Good morning! The roofers will be here at 7:30!!!
Enjoy this Tuesday tune, friends! 

14 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Tuesday, friends! 
Today I choose to be happy, always looking on the positive side of things. I also choose to keep moving forward. I hope you'll do the same! 
Have a wonderful Fall day, everyone!
We run on the power of ORANGE! ๐Ÿ”†

17 hours ago

GAnne

GAnneasked the question: Nauseated

hello, I just got out of hospital 2 months ago, felt really great. Finishe Pt, and started PR. Ended up going to urgent care they treating me for pneumonia wit taper prednisone, doxycycline. However I take azithromycin, and prednisone for maintenance and …

1 day ago

Tara Shedor, COPDF Communications

Tara Shedor, COPDF Communications created the event Big Baton Pass & Harmonicas for Health: World COPD Day Live Stream Event

As part of the yearly Big Baton Pass virtual global event, join the COPD Foundation as we host a special live session about one of our most unique programs: Harmonicas for Health! Tune in at copdbatonpass.org at the time of the event for this live …

1 day ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manageranswered the question What are the best to create a more COPD friendly home?

Hi Liza, When youโ€™re living with COPD, your home can make a big difference in how easy it is to breathe and move around. A few small changes can turn your space into a true comfort zone โ€” one that helps you relax, stay safe, and keep your lungs happier. …

1 day ago

Liza M

Liza Masked the question: What are the best to create a more COPD friendly home?

copd friendly hom

1 day ago

GAnne

GAnne

Hi Karen
I seen where you finished 36 weeks of PR. I wanted to congratulate you. They were some awesome steps!!๐Ÿ˜Š I started PR about 3 weeks ago got in 3 days and out with pneumonia again, almost through with treatment. But sure can be discouranging. I have to learn to slow down because itโ€™s a process thatโ€™s takes time, if I can just stay well and get this pursed lip breathing down while Iโ€™m walking. Anyway Great work, thank you for your support and encouragement 
G-Anne

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿซ๐Ÿซ๐ŸซBLUEBERRY COMPOTE๐Ÿซ๐Ÿซ๐ŸซA delicious topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, plus anything your little heart desires๐Ÿ’œ2 cups fresh blueberries 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 2 tbsp. water1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice1/2 tsp. vanilla extract In...

1 day ago

Kmcnamara68

Kmcnamara68asked the question: Trouble breathing while laying down

is trou le breathing while laying down common with copd? I've got this again recently and didn't sleep at all last night. My primary wants me to get tested for pulmonary hypertension. I don't see pulmonologist until next month and I desperately need sleep

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Monday, friends!
Did you know that orange is a color that does an awful lot of multitasking?! Orange is a lovely Fall color. It is a very popular color for Halloween. It is a must for Thanksgiving. But, the best reason orange is so spectacular, is the fact that orange is THE color for COPD Awareness!!! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ
Have an orange-y type day, all! ๐Ÿงก

1 day ago

JD85

JD85answered the question Can Covid cause emphysema characteristics on CT

One-year pulmonary impairment after severe COVID-19: a prospective, multicenter follow-up study | Respiratory Research | Full Text Pneumomediastinum and subcutaneous emphysema in COVID-19: barotrauma or lung frailty? | European Respiratory Society …
Phyliss DiLorenzo NJ State CaptainKaren Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain also answered the question Phyliss DiLorenzo NJ State Captainand 1 other also answered the question

1 day ago

Auriel

Auriel

I've had to come off all my bronchodilators, both Ventolin and Serevent were causing palpitations at night.  I'm still using the nebuliser 3 times a day, but with just saline & it seems to be just as effective as the bronchodilators.  
On a different subject, does anyone else have problems with dusty bedding.  We can't use some of our blankets because when we try to shake dust off them, the fabric breaks down & produces more dust, and now we seem to have the same problem with some poly-cotton sheets.  They are a bit old, but they haven't been on the bed long & when we shook them to remove the dust, it didn't matter how much we shook them, more dust kept coming off.  Has anyone else seen this problem.

1 day ago

Dinna25

Dinna25answered the question How to cope

Hi karen Deitemeyer Thank you for your support great group this, so pleased i found it. I already started doing exercises been for a 30mins walk today. And done some gentle indoor exercises this evening. Trying to do an hour a day in two sessions. …
Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainbrydyDebbieB.-Connecticut State Captainand 1 other also answered the question Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captainand 3 others also answered the question

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Sunday afternoon, from the one and only Hazel Madeline! ๐Ÿ˜„

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHello, and happy Sunday!
Don't forget to take some time out for YOU! YOU are very important! Have a very enjoyable, easy breathing day, friends! ๐Ÿ˜€

2 days ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State CaptainHere is a beautiful tree from my neck of the woods.

2 days ago

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captain

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State CaptainA recent roadtrip 60 miles from home took me to the San Antonio de Pala Asistencia, or the Pala Mission, which was founded on June 13, 1816, as an asistencia or "sub-mission" to Mission San Luis Rey de Francia.  It is located east of Camp Pendleton in San Diego county, California.

3 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.