by Lung Health | Oct 16, 2019
Fall can be a visually stunning time of year, but it can also be tough on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients like you and me. The days are starting to cool off in the fall, but the temporary reprieve can turn into trouble as the seasons change.... 
by Lung Health | Oct 14, 2019
Doctors have a habit of using medical terminology, and this terminology can prove baffling to patients. One bit of terminology that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients may have heard is the term FEV1. However, many patients aren’t entirely sure why... 
by Lung Health | Oct 12, 2019
Many chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients are aware that outdoor air quality can cause issues for them. Did you know that considering the indoor air quality of your home is just as, if not more, important when you have this chronic lung condition?... 
by Lung Health | Oct 10, 2019
There are few experiences more frightening than feeling like you can’t breathe. Shortness of breath (dyspnea) is a common symptom if you have a chronic lung condition like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). In some cases, shortness of breath can worsen into... 
by Lung Health | Sep 23, 2019
You may frequent a nail or hair salon for a haircut, dye job, manicure or pedicure. But if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic asthma or another chronic lung condition, the salon environment may have triggers that can lead to a flare-up.... 
by Lung Health | Sep 11, 2019
When patients have a chronic condition, like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), that patient can have a second chronic condition, or comorbidity. Clinical research has identified osteoporosis as a significant comorbidity of COPD. Osteoporosis is a skeletal... 
by Lung Health | Sep 10, 2019
For 8 years now, Maria has been living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but her path with this chronic lung disease was much rockier before she had cellular therapy at Lung Health Institute. What Was Maria’s Life Like Before Her Treatment? Before... 
by Lung Health | Sep 6, 2019
If you’ve been having more trouble breathing lately, you may be wondering if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, you may wonder about testing to confirm your condition. During my time as medical director at Lung Health Institute, I’ve... 
by Lung Health | Sep 5, 2019
When you have chronic lung disease, many factors can affect your appetite and weight. During my years as a dietitian, I’ve seen patients who have difficulty preparing and eating meals because of symptoms like shortness of breath, persistent coughing and fatigue. On... 
by Lung Health | Sep 3, 2019
Each person’s journey with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a little different, but there aren’t many who have been on as long a journey with this chronic lung disease as Ronald M. For 25 years, he has been fighting with the symptoms of his COPD and... 
by Lung Health | Aug 29, 2019
Using in-home supplemental oxygen and portable oxygen systems can be very helpful for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients. One thing I think all my COPD patients on supplemental oxygen should know is that both in-home and portable oxygen systems are... 
by Lung Health | Aug 22, 2019
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and sleep apnea are 2 breathing conditions that are well known, but most people aren’t aware that they can overlap. As a physician at Lung Health Institute, I like to keep myself and my patients as informed as possible... 
by Lung Health | Aug 17, 2019
Smoking is one of the primary reasons people get chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other chronic lung diseases. However, there is a growing body of evidence that suggests your genetics may play a role as well. I’m Dr. Perry at Lung Health Institute,... 
by Lung Health | Aug 15, 2019
If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or another chronic lung condition, creating and listening to music can be a healthy and fun activity for you. In particular, singing and playing a wind instrument (like the flute, harmonica, saxophone, clarinet,... 
by Lung Health | Aug 14, 2019
You may have heard that smoothies can be good for you, but chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients may not believe this is true for them. Hi, I’m Russell Winwood the COPD Athlete, and today, I’d like to let my fellow COPD patients know about 3 benefits...