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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!

5 hours ago

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.

4 days 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

50 minutes 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

51 minutes 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 …

4 hours 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

5 hours 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 …

6 hours 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...

7 hours 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

7 hours ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captainanswered the question Check-in: How do I prepare for a natural disaster with COPD?

Excellent information - thank you for the timely reminders. I'd like to add that here, in Florida, there are special needs shelters. In case of a hurricane, if you aren't able to evacuate to safety, if you are registered with that special shelter, they …
DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain also answered the question DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain also answered the question

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 …

1 day 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. 

1 day ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragonMissing zippitty again also doo dah as well.

1 day 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!

1 day 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?

1 day 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% …

1 day 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,...

1 day 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

1 day 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

1 day 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...

2 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 

2 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

2 days ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragonOne more radiation session done ,last one on Friday,,really has been a non event so anyone scheduled for this need not worry to much.

2 days ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager๐ŸŒณ VMCOTWW Sneak Peek for Tomorrow! โ˜€

Tomorrow's Visit My Corner of the World Wednesday will be all about our favorite summer spots!

As the temperatures begin to rise, many of us find ourselves looking for those comfortable places where we can relax, recharge, and enjoy the season. For those living with COPD, a shady spot, a cool breeze, a favorite chair on the porch, or even a comfortable place by the window can make all the difference on a warm day.

๐Ÿ“ธ Tomorrow, we'll be inviting everyone to share a photo of their favorite summer retreat from their corner of the world. It might be a backyard oasis, a garden bench, a fishing spot, a lakeside view, a front porch, or simply a place where you can put your feet up and enjoy a peaceful moment.

COPD often teaches us to appreciate the little thingsโ€”comfortable places, good company, fresh air, and moments that help us slow down and enjoy the day.

So start looking through your photos or keep your camera handy! We can't wait to see the special places that help you stay cool, comfortable, and smiling during the summer months.

๐ŸŒž What spot helps you relax, recharge, or escape the heat when summer arrives?

We'll see you tomorrow for VMCOTWW! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ’™

2 days ago

COPD Foundation Website Notifications

COPD Foundation Website Notificationsadded a new article Ajobo Taiwo

Welcome our newest COPD Foundation Captain!

3 days ago

COPD Foundation Website Notifications

COPD Foundation Website Notificationsadded a new article Oksana Viltsaniuk

Welcome our newest COPD Foundation Captain!

3 days ago

COPD Foundation Website Notifications

COPD Foundation Website Notificationsadded a new article Sean Patrick Smith

Welcome our newest COPD Foundation Captain!

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.