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.


Newest Group Members

samson11658
I cant do the thing I used to like go for long walks,cant work anymore , cant go up and down step cant stand for long
Kate97007
I was diagnosed with COPD in 2004, however I look back now and see that it was there some before that.

Recent Discussions

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. ...Please don't feel all alone...let me help.  First off the emotion of sadness is stored in your   Read more...
Posted by health matters on Tue Nov 1

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...
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...
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...
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...
Posted by Estelle35 on Wed May 14

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