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COPD and Exercise COPD Foundation

WebRemember to consult your health care professional before beginning any new exercise or activity. An April 2020 recommendation from Harry Rossiter, PhD (UCLA) on the …

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What does it mean when COPD symptoms are controlled

WebChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is not a single condition 1 but includes emphysema (damage to the air sacs of the lung) and chronic bronchitis (chronic …

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What is Pulmonary Rehabilitation

WebPulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is a program of educational classes and supervised exercise sessions for people with chronic breathing difficulty. PR can benefit people diagnosed …

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MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT-What COPD Patients Need to Know

WebNot much about the fall of 2020 feels routine but some things go on as usual and that means the open Medicare enrollment season. You may be reading this and say …

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IMPACT Lung Health COPD Foundation

WebIMPACT 2019 plus. Source: NHLBI. NIH.gov (COPD National Action Plan) The IMPACT Lung Health COPD event, hosted by the COPD Foundation will help you improve your …

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Why is it important to use your COPD inhalers

WebPatient Prefer Adherence. 2016; 10:1197-203. Regular and correct use of inhaled medicines helps control symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease …

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COPD Public Policy Issues COPD Foundation

WebExisting prevention efforts focused on important issues like tobacco control, clean air, healthy workplaces and more must be amplified and should explore how those with …

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Nutrition for Someone with COPD COPD Foundation

WebA person with COPD needs an extra 430-720 calories a day, just to do the work of breathing! Being overweight can be a serious problem, too. It may keep your lungs from …

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What is an Exacerbation or Flare-up COPD Foundation

WebAn exacerbation is a flare-up or episode when your breathing is worse than usual and may continue to worsen without treatment. With COPD, you may be able to participate in the …

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Your Lungs and the Environment COPD Foundation

WebRoughly 15% of all COPD cases in Western societies have been attributed to occupational exposures. While certain exposures such as asbestos, silica dust, and …

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Respiratory Therapists, Telehealth and You COPD Foundation

WebA bill is currently being written that will hopefully be introduced in June that will create a 3-year pilot program that would allow RTs to provide telehealth services to Medicare …

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Press Releases COPD Foundation

WebCOPD Foundation press releases. The COPD Pocket Consultant Guide. Healthcare Provider Track; Patient & Caregiver Track

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Motivating your Patients to Change Behavior PRAXIS

WebThis article is based upon the Pulmonary Empowerment Program webinar, “Motivating the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Patient to Lifestyle Modification: …

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Take Action Policy and Advocacy COPD Foundation

WebThe COPD Foundation community works with local, state, and federal policy makers to increase research funding, improve care delivery, protect access to treatments, and …

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COPD360coach COPD Foundation

WebCOPD360coach is a first-of-its-kind peer health platform designed to connect trained coaches to people living with COPD. Peer health coaches aim to help patients manage …

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COPD Foundation Educational Materials

WebThe COPD Foundation educational library has a variety of useful booklets, flyers, and tools that you can download to help you learn more about living and thriving with COPD – …

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Lace-Up For Lungs & COPD Awareness COPD Foundation

WebHere are some ways you can become a Lung Health Champion during COPD Awareness Month: Join the Lace Up for Lungs Challenge: We're challenging our community to get …

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