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Country Star Patty Loveless Talks COPD Awareness

On World COPD Day, country music singer, Patty Loveless, was in Washington DC to perform at the Library of Congress as well as to advocate for COPD awareness, a cause that is close to her heart.

By Eileen Bailey

Managing the Holiday Season: Stress, Anxiety and Irritability

During the next few weeks, as the holiday season pushes you to your limits with activities, events and a growing to-do list, the effects of stress mount.

Walking Abnormalities

Walking Abnormalities Associated with COPD

COPD prevents adequate oxygen from getting to all of your cells. That, along with a more sedentary lifestyle, can cause muscle weakness and loss of muscle tone.

Stop worry

How Does Worry Affect my Health?

Chronic and excessive worrying can have a variety of negative effects on your well being.

Know what your numbers mean

'Is That Good?' Understanding Vital Signs

As a person with COPD you can – and should – know about basic vital signs and understand what they mean for you.