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Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿ“ธ Wait a secondโ€ฆ is it REALLY Wednesday?! (Early Edition ๐Ÿ‘€)

Weโ€™re getting a little head start on Visit My Corner of the World Wednesdayโ€ฆ because tomorrow is April 1st, and it just felt like the right time to mix things up a bit ๐Ÿ˜‰

So hereโ€™s your early edition with a fun twist - youโ€™ve got options this week:

๐Ÿ“ท Share a photo of your corner of the world
๐Ÿ˜„ ORโ€ฆ share something that made you smile today
๐ŸŽญ ORโ€ฆ try a โ€œlittle twistโ€ -- post something surprising, funny, or unexpected from your day (no tricks on each other thoughโ€ฆ weโ€™re keeping this one kind ๐Ÿ’™)

Your corner of the world doesnโ€™t have to be far away or fancy -- sometimes itโ€™s:
โ˜€ a sunny window
๐Ÿพ a familiar face that follows you everywhere
โ˜• a quiet moment that just feels good

Weโ€™re opening this one up early, so whether you post today or tomorrow, weโ€™ll be here for it ๐Ÿ˜„

Soโ€ฆ what does your corner of the world look like right now?

1 day ago

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Karen Deitemeyer - Florida State Captain

Yesterday late afternoon I watched Artemis II launch 4 astronauts in the first crewed flight to deep space in more than 50 years. I was able to see it from my back yard.  I see many rocket launches (mainly to add to the satellites) but this one was different - it truly was awesome!!



21 minutes ago

Fer

Fercommented onUnderstanding Biologics

Is this biological available for Canadians? ...

2 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

๐ŸซBLUEBERRY-PEACH SMOOTHIE๐Ÿ‘1/2 cup blueberries 1 large peach, peeled and pitted 1/2 cup almond milk1/2 cup ice cubesPlace all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Enjoy! ๐Ÿ˜‹Serves 1 ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ‘...

4 hours ago

Jerry in MS

Jerry in MS

Good morning everyone!  Greetings from the beautiful MIssissippi Gulf Coast. Iโ€™m new to the group.  Just curious if anyone else has similar experiences.  I have never smoked anything, but was diagnosed with COPD with asthma overlay six years ago. Iโ€™m in the severe stage now.  I have a PFT around once a year. I have never had wheezing, cough or sputum production, lungs are always clear, and O2 saturations are always within normal limits. I only wish that translated to no SOB carrying groceries in.  Anyone else with a similar story?


Jerry 

5 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Thursday, friends! There's plenty of coffee to go around. Also, plenty of smiles, good times, and important information. Stick with us here on 360Social. We're THE place to be!      โ˜•๐Ÿ˜ƒ

8 hours ago

Bob puff dragon

Bob puff dragon

No where to go but up from here.So nice to check in with all my weezers and geezers once again.Have had a turbulent last five months.Just released yesterday from hospital after extended stay,no Wi-Fi at this hospital so cutoff from world.
Five rolls of duct tape and ready to conquer once more.
Hope everyone is doing the best they can and look forward to reconnecting with you all again,looking at posts see all old familiar names so glad some things never change.๐Ÿ˜˜๐Ÿ––

11 hours ago

TJ69

TJ69answered the question Has anyone used Wixela for COPD and if so, was it useful in relieving any symptoms?

Hi, I'm new to 360Social so I hope I'm doing thisc orrectly. Yes, I wasstarted out on Wixella and over time i noticed it was not holding very well it seemed to be "running down"b efore the 12 hours were up. I didn't seem to be getting anywhere with my …
Smokey100Ken Benson-California Lung Health Advocate and State CaptainDavid Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question Smokey100and 2 others also answered the question

11 hours ago

Liza M

Liza MFirst signs of spring.

16 hours ago

das23

das23answered the question Check-in: Whoโ€™s on your health care team?

I have them all I think---Primary--Pulmonologist--Dermatologist--Ear,Nose and Throat--Eye Dr--Cardiologist--Dentist.........Too many docs!!!!!!!😀. I think I'm lucky--I like them all!!
Caroline West Virginia State CaptainKaren Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainHIcopd - Hawaii State Captainand 2 others also answered the question Caroline West Virginia State Captainand 4 others also answered the question

16 hours ago

Harley75

Harley75

Is there a chance anyone could show me how to find out what stage I'm in

18 hours ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

A big CONGRATULATIONS to all of our members who keep moving forward! โžก You are to be commended for your positive outlook! Thanks for bringing such joy to all of our days, here on 360Social! ๐Ÿคฉ

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question Is it true I just lost 10 years off my life?

I have AFIB and had an ablation 30 years ago, but 3 years ago my body decided that it needed to repair the damage that the ablation had done, so now I again have AFIB. I have emphysema, Grave's Disease, high blood pressure, GERD, arthritis, and …
David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question

1 day ago

Caroline West Virginia State Captain

Caroline West Virginia State Captainanswered the question When to up oxygen level?

Kattlyne In answer to your question, yes, when oxygen saturation levels are 88 or below. What does your oxygen saturation look like when you are short of breath? My levels are 98, but let me just stand up and they head downward. If you lose …
KattlyneDavid Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation ) also answered the question Kattlyneand 1 other also answered the question

1 day ago

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )

David Mannino, MD (Chief Medical Officer, COPD Foundation )answered the question Had a endoscopic moved up to today, why do they have to dilate it 2 times?

Hoping for positive results for you. My father had this procedure done several times and did pretty well afterwards.
GAnneKaren Deitemeyer - Florida State CaptainCaroline West Virginia State Captain also answered the question GAnneand 2 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

๐Ÿซ›๐Ÿซ›EASY-PEASY PEA SALAD๐Ÿซ›๐Ÿซ›One 16-ounce package frozen green peas, thawed and dried with paper towels 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 packet buttermilk ranch dressing mix1 cup finely diced cooked ham1/2 cup finely diced red onionIn a medium bowl, stir...

1 day ago

Shawn75

Shawn75 asked the question: Is it true I just lost 10 years off my life?

I was diagnosed with afib and coronary artery disease when I was 34 years old and I now have 5 stents since then.. Now just last week I was brought to the emergency room where I was diagnosed with COPD (emphysema) ..

1 day ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Wednesday! Wake up, stretch, get those positive vibes flowing! 
Have a wonderful, easy breathing day, friends! ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

1 day ago

Jamie Jarrard

Jamie Jarrard created the event COPD360Social Hour & Harmonica Play-Along, Wednesday, April 1, 4pm Eastern

COPD360Social Hour & Harmonica Play-Along- Wednesday, April 1, 4pm Eastern. A group for everyone in our COPD community to make friends, catch up, and answer your most pressing questions. Bring your harmonica for a Harmonicas for Health play-along to …

2 days ago

Jamie Jarrard

Jamie Jarrard created the event BronchandNTM360social Coffee Break - Wednesday, April 8, 2:30pm Eastern

BronchandNTM360social Coffee Break - Wednesday, April 8, 2:30pm Eastern. A group for those in the bronchiectasis and NTM lung disease communities. Register here: https://copdf.co/Bronch-NTM-support

2 days ago

Jamie Jarrard

Jamie Jarrard created the event OxyTalk Social Hour - Wednesday, April 8, 4pm Eastern

OxyTalk Social Hour - Wednesday, March 11, 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

2 days ago

Kalli Mago (COPDF Communications Coordinator)

Kalli Mago (COPDF Communications Coordinator)asked the question: Check-in: Whoโ€™s on your health care team?

When you have COPD, different doctors can provide important information to help you take care of your lung health. Here are some of the care providers you may see: Primary care doctor: Your primary care doctor is often the first person you talk to …

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

โ›”๏ธโ›”๏ธROASTED RED PEPPER SPREADโ›”๏ธโ›”๏ธSo good spread on a wrap or sandwich. Also great spread on flatbread crackers. Can be used as a dip for crudites, as well! 1 cup roasted sweet red pepper strips from a jar, drained well2 tsp. olive oil1 tsp. balsamic...

2 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainWishing everyone a bright and cheery Tuesday! 
Hope your day is filled with reasons to smile! ๐Ÿ˜€

2 days ago

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captain

HIcopd - Hawaii State Captainanswered the question Any recent reviews of the Zen-O portable continuous flow concentrator

I am being sent a new machine I have not tried before in April and will post a review about it after Iโ€™ve had a chance to use it. Itโ€™s said to be among the quietest of the continuous flow machines. It comes with a battery but Iโ€™m not being sent a battery …
Caroline West Virginia State Captain also answered the question Caroline West Virginia State Captain also answered the question

2 days ago

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

Coach Brandon - Community Manager

These last days of Marchโ€ฆ can you feel the shift? ๐ŸŒท

Longer days, changing weather, a little more time outsideโ€ฆ and for many living with COPD, bronchiectasis, or NTM, this time of year can bring a mix of good days and a few surprises too.

So today, letโ€™s do a quick check-in togetherโ€”something simple, but really important:

๐Ÿ‘‰ Have you noticed any small changes in your breathing this week?

Sometimes itโ€™s easy to brush things off as โ€œjust allergiesโ€ or โ€œjust the weather,โ€ but those early changes can be your bodyโ€™s way of asking for a little extra attention.

Things like:
โ€ข Feeling a bit more short of breath than usual
โ€ข Needing your rescue inhaler more often
โ€ข A change in cough or mucus
โ€ข Feeling more tired than your normal

And for those living with bronchiectasisโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‘‰ Have your airway clearance routines felt a little harder lately?
Are you needing a bit more time, or not getting the same results you usually do?

That can be an important signal too.

๐Ÿ’ก This is a great time to:
โ€ข Take a quick look at your action plan
โ€ข Stay consistent with your routines
โ€ข And donโ€™t hesitate to reach out to your doctor if something feels off

Catching those changes early can make a big difference.

And just as importantโ€ฆ

๐Ÿ‘‰ Whatโ€™s one small win or bright spot youโ€™ve had these past few days?

Maybe a steady breathing day, a short walk, a good laugh, or a quiet moment with someoneโ€”or somethingโ€”you love ๐Ÿพ

Iโ€™ll startโ€”thereโ€™s something about these last days of March that makes me want to slow down just enough to notice the little thingsโ€ฆ and to listen when your body whispers, not just when it shouts.

Your turnโ€”what are you noticing, and whatโ€™s been a bright spot for you? ๐Ÿ’™

2 days ago

Wildebeest

Wildebeestasked the question: Adding LAMA to my ICS/LABA inhaler regime - physical fitness issues

I am seeing my GP in a couple of weeks to discuss my inhaler. I would welcome any thoughts from the community to consider before I go. There are 2 issues. The first is recurrent thrush and hoarseness from my current inhaler, which is dry powder. I will …

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

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

QUICK AS A WINK ๐Ÿ˜‰ SPRING SALAD4 large radishes1 cup fresh sugar snap peas2 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 tsp. Dijon mustard Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste One 7-ounce package butter lettuce blend Trim and thinly slice the...

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainToday I would like to wish a very special friend of ours a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 
Hope your day is as special as you are! We love you, Caroline West Virginia State Captainโ€‹!!

3 days ago

DebbieB.-Connecticut State Captain

DebbieB.-Connecticut State CaptainHappy Monday! Wake up with a positive outlook! What a great way to begin the day! Spread that positivity around everywhere you go, and to everyone you speak with! 
Enjoy this awesome day! 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.