COPD & Emphysema Support Group
Millions of Americans are diagnosed with COPD and emphysema every year. Learn how to manage your condition, get the latest treatment information, and connect with others for support.
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Re: Debbie
Quote: Originally posted by catlover56 I am 52 years old and have had COPD for many years,I am all alone and wish I had someone for support. ... Read more...
Quote: Originally posted by catlover56 I am 52 years old and have had COPD for many years,I am all alone and wish I had someone for support. ... Read more...
Posted by
catlover56
on
Wed Sep 16
Re: CANT STOP SMOKING
i fill the same way i know ihave to stop or i will die ,am trying it's hard but i will never give up trying. Read more...
i fill the same way i know ihave to stop or i will die ,am trying it's hard but i will never give up trying. Read more...
Posted by
kimmi
on
Wed Feb 11
How do i get my roommate to stop smoking??
"The prevention of emphysema is closely linked to the prevention of smoking. The only risk factor for this disease that you can control is the smoking of cigarettes. Those who are daily smokers put themselves and their health at increasing risk with every Read more...
"The prevention of emphysema is closely linked to the prevention of smoking. The only risk factor for this disease that you can control is the smoking of cigarettes. Those who are daily smokers put themselves and their health at increasing risk with every Read more...
Posted by
sally33
on
Fri May 30
Re: I'm scared
"there are effective methods of treatment, which can slow the progression of the disease and allow for a normal life." <--This is definitely a scary time for you, but i would talk to your doctor and see what you can do to slow down the effects and what Read more...
"there are effective methods of treatment, which can slow the progression of the disease and allow for a normal life." <--This is definitely a scary time for you, but i would talk to your doctor and see what you can do to slow down the effects and what Read more...
Posted by
sally33
on
Fri May 30
Re: Scared about smoking friend
i think she needs to understand first-hand what can really happen to her heatlh if she keeps this up. I'll be happy to tell it to her straight what smoking has done to me. Read more...
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i think she needs to understand first-hand what can really happen to her heatlh if she keeps this up. I'll be happy to tell it to her straight what smoking has done to me. Read more...
Posted by
Estelle35
on
Wed May 14
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