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… 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 …
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… 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 …
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… connected and capable of living well with your condition. How can you get support when you … condition? Support has a big impact on your health and your condition, your emotions, …
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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," …
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… higher risk of severe problems from certain vaccine-preventable diseases. Vaccines can reduce the risk of these … diseases. For more information about vaccines, visit: Influenza (flu) season …
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… 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 …
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… Overview If you have chronic pain, such as with fibromyalgia or complex regional pain syndrome, you may have a hard …
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… the person with HIV. Get an annual flu vaccine to reduce the chance of getting the … shot known as "Salk" or "inactivated virus" vaccine if you need a polio shot. Do not use the oral "Sabin" form of the vaccine. If you are in the recommended age …
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… 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 …
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Overview Use this sheet to list what you enjoy and what is hard for you. You and your doctor can use this information to come up with an activity plan. How active are you? Describe what you do to …