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I've had COPD for 11 years

I was a working energetic NYC real estate rental agent when I was struck down by COPD. That was 11 years ago and I've been on oxygen 24/7 for 10 of those years. I am very happy to say while I was hospitalized, I wore nicotine patches and that was the beginning of the end of my smoking. Smoking kills! Stop now!  
posted 11/14/2012, comments (0)|
ATsai

ATsai, Editor

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I am the Web Producer for HealthCentral's Allergy, Asthma, Cold & Flu, COPD, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sleep Disorders sites.

(Infographic) Not So Smoking Hot

We all know smoking is bad for your health, but did you know it's bad for your beauty too? Here are some reasons to quit for the sake of your hair, skin and nails.   Infographic by Tina Robles      
posted 10/26/2012, comments (0)|
Kathi  MacNaughton

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Living with Asthma

10 Tips for Coping Successfully with COPD

A few years back, one of the Harvard Medical School publications put out a "10 Tips for Coping with Chronic Illness" piece. I thought it might be helpful to adapt their advice to coping with COPD, as COPD is a chronic, long-term condition.   When you have something acute, such as the common cold, the flu, a bug bite or poison ivy, it can be... Read moreChevron
posted 09/14/2012, comments (0)|
Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT

Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT, Health Pro

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Respiratory Therapist, COPD educator and author

What’s the Difference Between COPD and Asthma?

When you’re short of breath, there’s no mistaking it. It’s clear to see – and feel. But what, exactly, is going on inside the lungs to cause it? And how do different obstructive lung disorders compare? Today we’ll look at a common question asked by people with COPD.How are they the same?Before we talk about... Read moreChevron
posted 09/04/2012, comments (0)|
Kathi  MacNaughton

Kathi MacNaughton, Health Pro

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Living with Asthma

Optimize Your Respiratory Health - Prevent COPD Flareups and Complications

When you have a chronic respiratory condition like COPD, it is important to stay as healthy as you possibly can. Even minor health problems can quickly progress to more serious, and sometimes even life-threatening, issues. Luckily, there are a number of steps you can take on a daily basis to promote the best respiratory (and overall) health... Read moreChevron
posted 07/14/2012, comments (0)|