Smoking is a common risk factor for developing COPD and it also greatly increases the chances of lung cancer. Nine out of 10 lung cancers are associated with smoking. The...

As the summer sun beats down and temperatures soar, individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) face unique challenges in managing their condition. But fear not! with careful planning and proactive...

Ever wish you could ditch cigarettes for good? 2 out of 3 people who smoke WANT to quit! But the withdrawal makes it challenging to break this habit. Well, here’s...

Many people with COPD find it hard to sleep well because of coughing, difficulty breathing, and worry. If you have trouble sleeping, you're not alone. Up to 75% (3 in...

PEP Buddy is a new type of positive expiratory pressure device that is used by holding in your mouth like a whistle. It is light-weight, hands-free, and washable so you...

“I’m all alone. I must be the only one who has COPD. I don’t see anyone else who has it. Others can’t possibly know what it’s like to be so...

In some people with COPD, supplemental oxygen may be needed to maintain adequate oxygen levels in their blood. In this blog post, we will discuss supplemental oxygen for individuals with COPD,...

Having a progressive, currently incurable lung disease is a lot to cope with in the first place. But if you add in feelings of guilt and shame that you’ve brought...

You might feel that COPD has taken a lot away from you, and that your life – as you knew it – is gone. So, what do you do about...

Pulmonary rehabilitation is a program that can help people with COPD manage their symptoms, improve their overall health and well-being, and have a better quality of life. It includes exercise,...

The major symptoms of COPD include cough, sputum production and breathlessness. Breathlessness is also called dyspnea or shortness of breath.  By far and away, breathlessness has the greatest effect on...

Pulmonary Rehab has many benefits for people with COPD and chronic lung conditions. It helps improve symptoms and mood, teaches self-management, increases exercise capacity, and improves quality of life. Here...

“I don’t have COPD or emphysema. I was just fine until I got that last cold. This is just bronchitis.” Does this sound familiar? It’s been said that denial is...

A key part of pulmonary rehabilitation is practicing breathing exercises. Read on for a broader understanding of what really happens in the body when you perform these breathing exercises.

Living with the symptoms of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) can often lead to increased stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Learning to be aware of any emotional changes...

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) can be exhausting and often gets in the way of everyday activity. Read on to learn some ways to help ease your symptoms and do...

Keep these quotes handy if your day gets stressful or you just need a short break to be more mindful.

There are many different factors that may worsen the symptoms of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and other lung diseases, and they may be different from person to person. If...

More than 75% of people with COPD report trouble sleeping, according to the Sleep Foundation. Often, coughing, wheezing, and trouble breathing keeps those who suffer from COPD or other lung...

A very common misconception about COPD is that those diagnosed cannot effectively exercise. In fact, the opposite is true—exercise can help improve the symptoms of COPD and increase energy. Exercise...