Respiratory News Long-term treatment with antibiotics should not be an option in those with COPD since they are not effective, cause adverse effects and lead to resistance. By contrast, the selective targeting of pathogens in the lower airways has great potential as an intervention. A University of Buffalo team has received a National Institutes of…
Travel Tips My wife has been on 24/7 oxygen for about nine years. We have still man- aged to take major trips at least twice a year. Most trips have been cruises loudly “Is there a problem? Let’s call your supervisor” – 100 percent of the time the agent smiles and allows us to continue.…
How Do You Stay Out of the Hospital When You Have COPD? Know your medications and be able to consistently use the correct technique when taking your Self-manage your COPD with specific written care plans to guide you, should symptoms change. Graduate from a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program – in person or See your physician for…
Fibrosis File A recent study found that nearly one-third of people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) were malnourished. According to Alana Kessler, MS, RD, a registered dietitian and nutritionist, the following guidelines are recommended for people with IPF: Maximize antioxidant intake: This helps with combating free radicals the body emits. Great sources include all types…
Tips to Help You Stay Cool in Any Heat Wave! Alter your pattern of outdoor exercise to take advantage of cooler times (early morning or late evening). Fill a spray bottle with water and keep it in the refrigerator for a quick refreshing spray to your face after being outdoors. A small battery-powered fan which…
Editor’s Note You never know what life has in store for you. Going to Alaska with the Sea Puffers, you would think we would find ourselves in cool weather. We wore sunglasses and short sleeves most of the trip! The advice to dress in layers that you can peel off paid off. We have to…
Staying Cool in Summer’s Heat Summer Heat Quiz What type of clothes should you wear to stay cool? Brightly colored clothing Tight fitting clothing Loose fitting clothing None of the above What is the best surface to walk on to keep cool in the summer? Concrete Dirt paths Pavement All of the above …
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The Ryan Report Home Oxygen Guru – The HO2G Pen 2019 Portable Oxygen Concentrator Guide Howdy ho! Welcome to the 2019 version of our annual Portable Oxygen Concentrator (POC) Guide. Another year has gone by and still we don’t have any significant developments in terms of smaller continuous flow-capable POC devices. Manufacturers seem content for…
Oxygen Needs in Pulmonary Fibrosis People who have pulmonary fibrosis often need higher oxygen flow rates to maintain their oxygen saturations. Unlike obstructive lung disease, this is because the lung muscle itself is usually thick (fibrotic) and is comparable to being scarred. You need extra flow to get the oxygen across your lung to be…