COPD360social welcomes new member Ozzie2222 who joins 66,439 current members of our community. Weโ€™re glad you're here!

Mark Luttmann, COPDF Research

Mark Luttmann, COPDF ResearchJoin the Study: Coping with COPD or Emphysema

Living with lung disease affects more than just your breathing - it impacts your quality of life, emotions, and relationships.

Learn tools to help you cope with your lung disease at no cost while helping researchers better understand how lung disease affects you. While taking part in this study, you will have weekly check-ins through Zoom or phone. People who participate may also earn money by doing surveys and interviews.

To participate, please have a family member or friend who wants to join with you. This study is conducted remotely.


Learn more and apply: https://redcap.med.upenn.edu/surveys/?s=LNEWCC3ND9TMDHFE

2 days ago

TimD

TimDHi Everyone!

Interested in contributing to research in a quick but meaningful way? Take a short survey to share your journey to diagnosis and how your condition has affected you. Your input can help us to better understand the path to diagnosis and identify opportunities to improve it for others.

Please complete the survey here: https://copdfoundation.jotform.com/262805493917063

2 weeks ago

brydy

brydyspace walk happening rn, live feed from NASA at 

https://www.youtube.com/live/hv867HnY4j4?si=bnWQJ2747Tfwtpz5

for anyone interested. 

- YouTube

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

3 hours ago

Debbie1

Debbie1asked the question: COPD QUESTION

Hi im new here . My name is Debbie. Hope everyone is doing good. I hae a question i hope u guys can help with. I was diagnosed with COPD 3 years ago..i've been onevery inhaler , antibiotic , pred ,and now imon a new med Ohtuvayre, used with a nebulizer. …

3 hours ago

Debbie1

Debbie1

How do i ask a question ? Its asking for a text with comma . What is that ? 

4 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿ’ป๐ŸŒŽ Happy National Cat Day AND Internet Day! โค

Now here's a couple of holidays that were made for each other!

Let's face it, where would the internet be without cats? From hilarious kitten videos to those mischievous little troublemakers knocking things off counters while staring you straight in the eye, cats practically own the internet. And they're not giving it back!

But beyond the cat videos, the internet has given us something pretty incredible. The ability to connect with people all over the world, right from our own homes!

Just look at what that's given us here on COPD360social! Friendships, laughter, encouragement, and a place to share experiences and find trusted information to help us live and breathe better.

For those living with COPD or caring for someone they love, those connections can mean the world. Some of our closest friends may be people we've never even met in person!

And thanks to Fluffy Friday, we've gotten to know some pretty wonderful cats, too. Even those of us without pets get to enjoy their antics!

So let's celebrate the friendships, the connections, and those furry little internet superstars! ๐Ÿพ

Has the internet brought someone special into your life? Or do you have a kitty who deserves a little internet fame? We'd love to hear about them!

And remember, tomorrow is Fluffy Friday. Apparently, the cats have demanded a two-day celebration. Who are we to argue? ๐Ÿˆโค

4 hours ago

Community Announcements

Community Announcementsadded a new article November is COPD Awareness Month

COPD Foundation calls for greater awareness, earlier diagnosis and improved care for millions living with COPD

Miami (October 29, 2026) - November is COPD Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), recognize the millions of people affected by the disease, and encourage individuals to take action for better lung health.

More than 30 million Americans are affected by COPD, yet approximately half remain undiagnosed. COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, can be caused by genetic factors and exposure to lung irritants, including tobacco smoke and air pollution.

Despite being a leading cause of death, COPD often goes unrecognized until symptoms become more severe. COPD is the third leading cause of death worldwide and the fifth leading cause of death in the United States.

6 hours ago

Burst222

Burst222

Hi i am a female just being diagnosed with copd help me

6 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captainhttps://www.easypeasyandfun.com/pinecone-winter-owls-craft/


A fun craft project for days that are spent indoors! The kiddies would love working on this project with you! You can create holiday gifts, or you can sell them at holiday crafts fairs! ๐Ÿฆ‰

About

Hi, I'm Andreja Vuฤajnk! I'm the founder and creator behind Easy Peasy and Fun, where I've been sharing simple, creative, and hands-on craft projects since 2014. What started as a passion project has grown into

6 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

Hi Karen! It is delicious, and perfect to enjoy this time of the year! ...

6 hours ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

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

Oh my, this sounds delicious!! And easy, too....

6 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿ‚COZY AUTUMN PORK CHOPS๐Ÿ‚2 tbsp. olive oil 4 pork chops of your choice 1 1/2 cups peeled, cubed sweet potatoes 1 1/2 cups cubed apples of your choice 1/2 cup sliced onions 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar 2 tbsp. cornstarch 1/4 tsp. salt2 tbsp....

8 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Thursday to all of our wonderful members! 
Enjoy your day, and remember that each new day brings something to look forward to! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

12 hours ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

Well, itโ€™s my 1st lung infection in over 2 years of bing on injected biologics. I had selective amnesia as to how dreadful it was. Fortunately, I was able to get my lung doc to prescribe me a z-pak & 3% saline for nebulizer to help me get rid of the infection, plus a replacement mouthpiece and tubing and aerobika so I can discard the one I.m using for the infection and not re-infect myself.. I guess I was just around too many people who were coughing for too many days:  pre-wedding party, wedding and reception and then beach house on the 3rd day. Oh well, it was fun and Iโ€™m sad to be ill and H is ill with different symptoms. Our poor D who came down for the wedding is being a very sweet nursemaid. ๐Ÿ˜„. We are lucky to have her. I donโ€™t think S is as good in medical situations, from what he demonstrated at the ER when H was in one in NYC (to be fair, he drove us there and only removed to waiting room when they said patient could only have one companion).


Fortunately, I seem to be responding and the mucus is less frequent and thinner.  I only had 1st 2 doses of the z-pak. 

13 hours ago

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captain

Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State Captain

Accepted into the Cardinal COPD Study today.

17 hours ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐Ÿ’™ Happy Lung Health Day! ๐Ÿ’™

Today is a day to raise awareness, celebrate the importance of lung health, and recognize the millions of people living with chronic lung conditions like COPD.

Living with COPD certainly brings its challenges, but today is also about hope, education, and finding ways to take better care of ourselves and those we love.

I've always believed that the more we know, the better prepared we are. Whether you're living with COPD, caring for someone, or simply wanting to understand lung health a little better, knowledge can make a real difference.

And with November and COPD Awareness Month just around the corner, what better time to start raising our voices, sharing our stories, and learning from one another?

๐Ÿ’™ The COPD Foundation has some wonderful educational resources, including Guides for Better Living, information about treatments, breathing techniques, oxygen therapy, and much more.

Take a little time to explore. You might discover something helpful for yourself or someone you care about!

๐Ÿ”— Explore our COPD educational resources:
https://www.copdfoundation.org/Learn-More/Educational-Materials-Resources/Explore-Resources.aspx

And let's not forget what makes COPD360social so special. The experiences, encouragement, and knowledge shared right here are pretty powerful, too!

๐Ÿ’™ So here's my question for today:

What's one thing you've learned about living with COPD that has made a difference for you, or something you wish more people understood?

Let's celebrate Lung Health Day by learning, sharing, and getting ready to make November a wonderful month of awareness! ๐Ÿ’™

1 day ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ“ธ Happy Visit My Corner of the World Wednesday AND National Chocolate Day!

Good morning, everyone!

Well, here's a Wednesday I can really sink my teeth into! It's National Chocolate Day, and I think that's a pretty good excuse to treat ourselves to something delicious!

You know, some days just call for a little something sweet. And after a long or difficult day, sometimes that little treat is just what we need to put a smile on our faces!

So, for this week's Visit My Corner of the World Wednesday, let's have a little fun with FOOD!

๐Ÿซ Got a favorite chocolate dessert? We'd love to see it!

๐Ÿฐ Maybe you've baked something wonderful or have a favorite treat you can't resist.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Or how about a favorite meal, something healthy and colorful, or an old family recipe that brings back great memories?

And hey, dark chocolate even contains some beneficial plant compounds, although that doesn't mean we need to eat the whole bag!

This week, let's share some delicious pictures from our corners of the world! Homemade, restaurant favorites, sweet, savory, healthy, or downright decadent. If it makes you smile, we'd love to see it!

After all, life has plenty of challenges, and I think it's important to enjoy those little pleasures along the way.

So, what's cooking in your corner of the world? Or better yet, what's for dessert?

Happy Wednesday, everyone! Let's see those tasty pictures! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿซ

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State CaptainFrom my corner of the world.  This is the view of the beautiful Maple tree in my front yard from the top of my lane.

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธ๐ŸŸ STUFFED MINI PUMPKINS๐ŸŸ ๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธ1 cup wild rice3 cups vegetable broth 1 tbsp. olive oilPinch salt2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice 1/3 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup raw pepitas1/3 cup chopped walnuts1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 cup chopped trimmed...

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy wonderful Wednesday, everyone! Wishing all of you a carefree, pleasant, easy breathing day! ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ

1 day ago

skohler711

skohler711

I don't know how this even works. i am a widow 30 yrs & no one to help. All i do is work & have no ability to afford insurance. Mom passed 75 with COPD & I feel that i have gotten it at 61 yrs.. No way to even go to Doctor so it is scary. Is there anything i can do naturally or am i eventually going to just die? 

1 day ago

brydy

brydyanswered the question Moon Shots Anyone??

love that track too dave!

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question Check-in: How Do I Avoid COPD Flare-Ups?

I stay current with my vaccines. I wear a mask when the air is cold and the wind is blowing. I try to keep the leaves mulched so they do not produce the mold. I use saline solution in a sinus wash system to the nasties out of my nose. I also hum to …
DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain also answered the question DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain also answered the question

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainBeautiful sunny afternoon here in southwestern Connecticut! ๐ŸŒž 

2 days ago

Teco Tom

Teco Tom

Hello everyone.
It's been 14 years being on Oxygen 24/7 at 4 liters/min. I am doing fine just have to slow down and do things differently. Staying active and taking meds have helped a lot. I'm in the process to qualify for single lung transplant. Been a lot of testing. 2 more tests to go. Hopefully I will be a candidate. I'm also in Cardiac rehab at this time.
Thankyou Teco Tom. God bless and keep breathing.

2 days ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›โค Happy National Black Cat Day! ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›

I've always loved black cats! There's just something special about those beautiful little creatures with their shiny black coats, bright eyes, and personalities that can range from sweet and cuddly to downright mischievous!

And I know we've got some pretty wonderful black beauties right here on COPD360social! We've been lucky enough to get to know a few of them through Fluffy Friday, and I always enjoy seeing their pictures and hearing about their adventures.

One of the wonderful things about having a cat, or any beloved pet, is the companionship they bring into our lives. They have a way of becoming part of our everyday routines, finding their favorite spot beside us, and somehow knowing when we could use a little extra love.

And for those living with COPD or caring for someone who does, that quiet companionship can mean an awful lot. On the good days, they're right there enjoying life with us. And on the tougher days, sometimes having a furry friend nearby is all it takes to make things feel a little brighter.

Cats are funny that way. They're independent, determined, and pretty good at reminding us that life is best lived on our own terms. Of course, they'll also remind us when it's time to feed them, whether we're ready or not! ๐Ÿพ

So today, let's celebrate those beautiful black cats and all the love, laughter, and companionship they bring into our lives.

Do you have a black cat who's stolen your heart? We'd love to see a picture! And if you don't, tell us about a special feline friend you've known. There's always room for a little extra kitty love around here! ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›โค

2 days ago

JeanO53

JeanO53And, oh yeah.... Go Brewers!!  8 runs in the 5th inning 

2 days ago

JeanO53

JeanO53asked the question: Moon Shots Anyone??

We were partly cloudy all day in Southeastern Wisconsin. About an hour before moon rise it was looking good. There were clouds on the horizon and then as time passed, I watched the cloud cover start to move East. Thankfully, I was able to capture of few …

2 days ago

Kalli Mago (COPDF Communications Coordinator)

Kalli Mago (COPDF Communications Coordinator)asked the question: Check-in: How Do I Avoid COPD Flare-Ups?

Check-In: How Do I Avoid COPD Flare-Ups? Autumn is in the air. Itโ€™s the season of crisp, brightly colored leaves, cozy sweaters, and pumpkin pie. Unfortunately, itโ€™s also the start of cold and flu season. Cold and flu season usually starts in October …

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐ŸฅฃTHREE-PEA SOUP๐Ÿฅฃ2 tbsp. olive oil2 cups diced carrots 2 cups diced onions2 tsp. salt, divided 2 tbsp. minced fresh garlic3/4 cup dry split peasOne 32-ounce carton vegetable broth 1 tsp. pepperOne 15.5-ounce can chickpeas with liquid...

2 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.