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Cal's Story Learning to Exercise When You Have COPD

Cal's Story "Why me?" That's what Cal asked himself over and over after he was diagnosed with severe COPD 5 years ago. "I spent the first 2 years moping around the house, feeling sorry for myself," …

Fran's Story Finding Support When You Have COPD

… told me to go online and connect with a support group. I did, and it literally changed … health issue. Related Information Support Groups and Social Support Credits Current as of: November …

Linda's Story Getting Active When You Have Prediabetes

… for the gym. So when she learned that she had prediabetes, she had to find creative ways to … into her day. "My trick is to not call it 'exercise.' Instead, I just look for ways to … carefully. She wasn't too surprised by her prediabetes diagnosis. But she got motivated …

Andy's Story Finding Your Own Routine When You Have Diabetes

… ago, when his doctor told him he had type 2 diabetes, Andy wasn't surprised or even that … with a diabetes educator to create a plan for healthy meals and snacks that he could make … Credits Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney …

Conserving Energy When You Have COPD or Other Chronic Conditions

… or cook. Use a raised toilet seat. Use a cart with wheels to roll items, such as … or cook. Use a raised toilet seat. Use a cart with wheels to roll items, such as …

COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

… to breathe. It is caused by damage to the lungs over many years, usually from smoking. … bronchitis, the airways that carry air to the lungs ( bronchial tubes ) get inflamed and … In a healthy person, the tiny air sacs in the lungs are like balloons. As you breathe in and …

COPD Using Exercise to Feel Better

… Overview When you have COPD, activity and exercise can: Build muscle strength and … They are often done as part of a pulmonary rehabilitation program. How do you exercise … They are often done as part of a pulmonary rehabilitation program. How do you exercise …

COPD

… Learning Center Learn about COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) … Using Oxygen at Home . COPD: Avoiding Your Triggers . Breathing Problems: Using a … Your Triggers COPD: Clearing Your Lungs COPD: Keeping Your Diet Healthy COPD: Using Exercise …

Sarah's Story Dealing With the Emotions From COPD

… Sarah's Story More good days. It's possible to have … but I just couldn't," says Sarah, 67. "But when my doctor told me I had COPD, I knew I … disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this …

Fitness Staying Active When You Have Young Children

… on walks. Check online for stroller-friendly fitness or walking programs in your area. Look for … on walks. Check online for stroller-friendly fitness or walking programs in your area. Look …