COPD in Winter: Risks, Tips and Coping
In order to properly manage COPD in winter, you need to be cautious of weather and illness so you can avoid flare-ups or other complications.
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Madison Meadows's Story
My lungs progressively worsened over the years. In December of 2012, I was prescribed supplemental oxygen after an extended bout of bronchitis. My world changed at that point. Now I must carry oxygen around everywhere. Life changes in many ways with COPD or another diagnosis where you need to learn to be flexible. Maybe I can't walk five miles anymore, but I can still walk. Maybe I can't walk outside in the cold, but I can still walk around the grocery store. Just remember, we all n...
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