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Misty Green COPDF Research

Misty Green COPDF ResearchRELIANCE Participant Townhall


Youโ€™re invited! Please join the lead study doctors and the COPD Foundation on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:30am Central Time for a virtual RELIANCE Townhall Meeting! This meeting is being presented for participants of the RELIANCE COPD study. We will cover an overview of the study design, what Investigators are doing now since the last follow-up visit was completed on February 28, and how we plan to share the results of the study with you.


We hope to see you there!Link to register: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fuic.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FqBdZOJl3TX2Gc1FUsMRq9w&data=05%7C02%7Cmgreen%40copdfoundation.org%7C20a7147b28cf433959ba08debff47eb9%7C419bb2dd6a2f420b9d1f41ce82cdcbd0%7C0%7C0%7C639159254452641020%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tGxS3C8y%2FiUHiAx8wGhz9JnFgzwG88rwZqePSOZvrPg%3D&reserved=0


After you register, you will automatically be sent an email with a link you can use to join the meeting on June 9. You can register and join the meeting anytime until it ends.

5 days ago

Caretta

Caretta answered the question Cheapest place to buy trelegy?

My husband called Trelegy manufacturer; they told us how to apply for the drug once we had a total of $600 for all OOP drug costs. So we ended receiving about 4 mos.free. Deductible much higher this year but once your Dad reaches 2100 in drug costs all …
cellar muddleagedbrydyand 5 others also answered the question cellar and 7 others also answered the question

6 minutes ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainWishing everyone a pleasant Saturday! Please take some time out to do something you enjoy! So many options to choose from! Relaxing in your favorite chair, sitting on the porch watching the world go by, going shopping, working in the garden, doing a crossword puzzle, maybe visiting a neighbor... The choices are unlimited! We would love to know what you've got planned for your Saturday! ๐Ÿ˜€

12 hours ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captainanswered the question Check-in: How do I prepare for a natural disaster with COPD?

I have my sisterโ€™s house, up the hill from mine that I can evacuate to if needed. I bring my POC, chargers, all my batteries & cords and a Duracell 500 Power Block (weighs about 13#). I can charge devices or my POC for 8 hours with the block. There …
das23Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainDebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain also answered the question das23and 2 others also answered the question

16 hours ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

I remain shocked at not seeing ANYONE else in NYC, Scandinavia nor Tokyo with O2 (except one person in ER in NYC).  It makes me sad that people with supplemental O2 arenโ€™t out and about.  Iโ€™ve been traveling an entire month and honestly expected to see a few folks on O2.

17 hours ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

I have a new travel tip for anyone flying with medical gear (itโ€™s only taken me too long to figure this out). 


Pack all medical equipment, cords & batteries serrated from your other items so when itโ€™s time to separate them out at security, you can just pull them out and put them into separate bins for scanning. 


I didnโ€™t do this and it was a hassle for me and security at the checkpoints. This time (on our way home) I did it!  I put the POC in a separate featherweight backpack. All the cords & external charger in a separate featherweight backpack, the batteries in a waist pack and the other charging cords in a mesh bag. 


I secured the rest of my suitcase so itโ€™s very easy to pull out the featherweight backpacks from middle of it. Everything else is tied or fastened down and nothing is loose. 


Fingers crossed that this makes security easier than ever!

17 hours ago

brydy

brydyanswered the question Breathing Pattern Disorder

I have asthma & copd but nobody has mentioned BPD, however from hyperinflation of the lungs my diaphragm has flattened & does not work as effectively. over time we take shallower breaths & rely on accessory muscles as you describe. …

23 hours ago

Jamie Jarrard (COPDF Sr. Communications Specialist)

Jamie Jarrard (COPDF Sr. Communications Specialist) created the event OxyTalk Social Hour - Wednesday, June 10, 4pm Eastern

OxyTalk Social Hour - Wednesday, June 10, 4pm Eastern. A group for those on oxygen therapy. Send any questions ahead of time to oxygen360@copdfoundation.org. Register here: https://copdf.co/oxy-talk

1 day ago

Jamie Jarrard (COPDF Sr. Communications Specialist)

Jamie Jarrard (COPDF Sr. Communications Specialist) created the event BronchandNTM360social Coffee Break - Wednesday, June. 10, 2:30pm Eastern

BronchandNTM360social Coffee Break - Wednesday, June 10, 2:30pm A group for those in the bronchiectasis and NTM lung disease communities. Register here: https://copdf.co/Bronch-NTM-support

1 day ago

Wildebeest

Wildebeestasked the question: Breathing Pattern Disorder

I'm diagnosed with both COPD and asthma. I have static and dynamic hyperinflation. I am physically unable to take a full inhale using diaphragm alone. My pulmonary consultant has not diagnosed a BPD. A physiotherapist who I have consulted to get help …

1 day ago

JeanO53

JeanO53answered the question Wildfire Smoke and our lungs

Thanks for the info netmouse! I'm in Wisconsin, we had Air Quality alerts the last two days because of the wildfires in Canada. I wasn't aware of it yesterday until later - I was out with my camera in the morning and started feeling sick after about …
netmouse also answered the question netmouse also answered the question

1 day ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿพ Fluffy Friday Meets National Donut Day! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿฉ

Happy Fluffy Friday, everyone!

Today also happens to be National Donut Day, which feels like the perfect excuse to combine two things that can make us smile: sweet treats and our fluffy companions.

Whether your furry friend is a dog, cat, bird, rabbit, or another beloved sidekick, we'd love to see them today! Share a photo of your favorite fluffball and tell us:

๐Ÿฉ If they were a donut, what kind would they be?
๐Ÿพ Sprinkles and full of energy?
๐Ÿซ Chocolate-glazed and always getting into mischief?
๐Ÿ“ Sweet and gentle with a strawberry glaze?
โ˜• Or maybe they're the classic donut that goes perfectly with your morning coffee?

Living with COPD can bring plenty of challenges, which makes those little moments of joy even more important. A wagging tail, a gentle purr, a goofy face, or a quiet cuddle can brighten a difficult day and remind us to slow down, smile, and enjoy the moment.

So let's fill today's Fluffy Friday with:
๐Ÿ“ธ Pet photos
๐Ÿฉ Donut-inspired pet personalities
๐Ÿ˜Š A few laughs
โค Plenty of smiles

No pet? No problem! Feel free to share your favorite donut, a pet memory that still makes you smile, or simply stop by and say hello.

We can't wait to see your fluffy friends and hear what kind of donut they'd be!

1 day ago

netmouse

netmouseasked the question: Wildfire Smoke and our lungs

I read the year-ago post on how wildfire smoke can affect us. I had what seemed stronger symptoms after the Canadian smoke rolled through the northeast states in 2023. My window was open at night; I woke to a residence full of smoke. A recommendation was …

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿฅ„EASY LIMA BEAN SOUP๐Ÿฅ„16 ounces dry large lima beans8 cups water2 tbsp. olive oil 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped 2 leeks, the white bulbs only, chopped2 tbsp. minced shallot2 stalks celery with leaves, choppedTwo 32-ounce cartons...

1 day ago

netmouse

netmouseanswered the question Need help please

I am so sorry you and your father are facing this. Since your dad explicitly said he wants to keep fighting, tell the hospital staff immediately that you want an Ethics Committee consult and to speak with the Patient Advocate. Their job is to mediate …
David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )WildebeestJazzybean also answered the question David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )and 2 others also answered the question

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Fluffy Friday from my girl Hazel Madeline! We wish you a pleasant, easy breathing day! ๐Ÿ˜Š

1 day ago

Kalli Mago (COPDF Communications Coordinator)

Kalli Mago (COPDF Communications Coordinator)asked the question: Check-in: How do I prepare for a natural disaster with COPD?

June is National Safety Month. One important way to stay safe is to prepare in case of an emergency. In 2025, the U.S. had 23 weather-related disasters , which caused almost 300 deaths. 1 Even more people were hurt or lost their homes. Many lost access …

2 days ago

brydy

brydy

Hi everyone! thxs to awesome Brandon for recovering my account. took a little break from all things virtual but missed you guys ๐Ÿ˜„ hope everyone is doing well & yay for the end of winter, baseball back in full swing even if my jays are having a terrible season & stanley cup playoffs. sounds so weird doesnt it, hockey & baseball at the same time lol. 

2 days ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragonMissing zippitty again also doo dah as well.

2 days ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐Ÿฑ Happy Hug Your Cat Day! ๐Ÿฑ

Today, let's celebrate the cats that bring comfort, companionship, and plenty of personality into our lives.

Living with COPD, caring for someone who does, or managing a chronic condition can make some days more challenging than others. During those times, comfort can come from the simplest placesโ€”a warm purring cat curled up in your lap, a gentle nudge for attention, or a furry friend stretched out nearby reminding you to slow down and take a moment for yourself.

Cats seem to have mastered the art of relaxation. They find the sunny spot, settle into their favorite chair, take a well-earned nap, and enjoy the moment. Maybe today we can learn a little from them. Take a few extra minutes to rest, relax, and breathe. Sometimes that small pause can make a big difference on a difficult day.

And while we're celebrating the cats who are with us today, let's also take a moment to remember the beloved pets who now live on in our memories. The pawprints they left on our hearts stay with us forever, and thinking of those special companions can still bring a smile when we need one most.

We'd love to see your catsโ€”both past and present! Share a photo, tell us their name, or share a favorite memory. Whether they're curled up beside you right now or remembered fondly in your heart, let's celebrate the comfort and joy they bring to our lives.

๐Ÿ“ธ Cat lovers, today is your day!

2 days ago

Marie-Pam

Marie-Pam

In changing inhalers I stopped doing an inhaler for the last 4 days.. I am breathing fine, my 02 level is good.  I wondering if I should take breaks from doing these inhalers. I am 77 yrs old and work hard at staying healthy.  Except for my emphysema I am healthy.. These steroid inhalers dropped your immune system and being old my immune system is already lower than when I was younger...are their any studies on once in awhile stopping doing your inhaler?

2 days ago

Steveboy

Steveboyasked the question: Need help please

hi my dad was taken into hospital for an operation on this foot that went fine when he was in there he got pneumonia (hap) has copd and was having trouble breathing so they put him on a ventilator and sedated him his oxygen was on 200% itโ€™s now on 50% …

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐ŸŸข๐ŸŸข๐ŸŸขGREEN SMOOTHIE๐ŸŸข๐ŸŸข๐ŸŸข2 cups packed baby spinach leaves 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 small ripe banana1/2 cup frozen mango chunks1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks 1 tbsp. chia seedsPlace all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth,...

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainIt's Thursday, friends! Let us not forget that each person is unique. None of us will "fit the mold" exactly...
One step after another. We manage our conditions, following our doctors' advice. We "think through before we do." We are proud of each others' accomplishments! They encourage us to keep moving forward. 
I hope I have put a smile on everyone's face! Thank you for reading my post. You have put a smile on my face! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

2 days ago

GAnne

GAnneanswered the question Check-in: How can I exercise safely when I have COPD?

I have a pass walker that i use everyday.I started out at 4000 steps a day after pulumnary rehab, now I stop at 3000 steps. Some days I will do small 2 lb weight At 12 reps and 4 different exercise. I know itโ€™s good to do this, but as far as maintaining …
JohnU1WildebeestCaroline West Virginia State Captainand 2 others also answered the question JohnU1and 4 others also answered the question

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐Ÿ”ถ๏ธRASPBERRY BALSAMIC CHICKEN๐Ÿ”ถ๏ธ1 tsp. vegetable oil 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion 1 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves 1/2 tsp. salt, divided Four 4- to 6-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/3 cup seedless raspberry preserves2 tbsp. balsamic...

3 days ago

Lucy k

Lucy k

I'm good because my friend in Wellington NZ had reminded me that every day is a good time not a long time.  One day at a time 

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Wonderful Wednesday, dear friends! 
I hope you all will enjoy your day! Let's keep those positive outlooks going strong, and wear those great big smiles! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

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.