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Fran's Story Finding Support When You Have COPD

… Fran's Story "I was so scared when the doctor told me I had emphysema. I was … help someone else like that. It really makes your day." This story is based on information …

Cal's Story Learning to Exercise When You Have COPD

… Cal's Story "Why me?" That's what Cal asked himself … brown eyes-and she said, 'Poppy, why won't you come outside and play with me?' "Well, it … trouble was, I couldn't take 10 steps without getting out of breath." But he decided 10 …

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

… step, Andy says. "I knew I needed to get a routine. But testing is a hassle. The strips … for everybody." This story is based on information gathered from many people living … Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine This information does not replace the advice of a …

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 …

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 … carefully. She wasn't too surprised by her prediabetes diagnosis. But she got motivated … for the gym. So when she learned that she had prediabetes, she had to find creative ways to …

Getting Support When You Have Low Back Pain

Overview When your back hurts all or most of the time, it can affect more than just your body. There's an emotional side to chronic pain. You may need a shoulder to cry on or someone to talk to. You …

Cancer Support Finding Out That You Have Cancer

… common to have many emotions, or none. And your feelings may change often, without … member there to listen, take notes, and support you. How to get support Relationships take on new importance when you're faced with cancer. Your family and …

Getting Support When You Have a Chronic Condition

… 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, …

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 … the day, Sarah says. But going to a COPD support group every week at her local hospital …