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Kathi MacNaughton

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Living with Asthma

New Medication Available for People Who Have Moderate to Severe COPD

Recently, a brand new medication was approved for use in the United States by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA, for short). The drug's chemical name is Roflumilast, but is being marketed under the name Daliresp by New York City-based Forest Laboratories. It is specifically designed for people with severe COPD associated with chronic... Read moreChevron
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72 yrs old, smoking 59 yrs, have COPD

My Quit Journey

   It has been 5 months, 4 days, 4 hours, and 11 minutes since I have had a cigarette, as of this post.    It has been awhile since I have posted anything here, but I have been visiting the site almost daily, just to keep up.  I have RA, and typing has been difficult.  My fingers are getting to the point,... Read moreChevron
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72 yrs old, smoking 59 yrs, have COPD

Two Months Smoke Free

  I have been off the cigarettes for two months now! Here are some of the benefits I've noticed: I am not as tired during the day anymore, I am coughing  a lot less now, I am able to climb stairs, and not get totally SOB, My sense of taste and smell are getting better on a daily basis. My appetite has returned; time to watch... Read moreChevron
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Expert_badge Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT

Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT

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Respiratory Therapist and Author

Living With COPD: 10 Tips to Enjoy the Holidays

If you're healthy and free of chronic disease, the holidays can be stressful enough. But, if you have COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, an umbrella term for emphysema and chronic bronchitis), you might be looking at the holidays with downright fear and trepidation and be inclined to say, "It's such a hassle. I'm tempted to forget the... Read moreChevron
Expert_badge Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT

Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT

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Respiratory Therapist and Author

Breathless in Beijing: Olympics 2008

The 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing began on Friday. I love the Olympics, always have, and you can bet I'll be watching and cheering on our American team. But, as a respiratory therapist, I'll be watching and listening especially to see how the athletes with asthma do with the unique challenges presented at this Olympics.   Athletes with... Read moreChevron

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