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10/09/2026

09/09/2026

🍽️🫁 When breathing takes more effort, even eating a meal can be tiring.

For people living with COPD, a few simple changes can make mealtimes easier and help you get the nutrition your body needs.

This WebMD article shares some practical tips worth checking out.

https://www.webmd.com/lung/copd/ss/slideshow-how-to-eat-when-trouble-breathing?

Find out what you can do to make mealtime easier if you have COPD.

09/08/2026

😄 Could laughter be good medicine for COPD?

A new study suggests laughter therapy may help improve symptoms and quality of life for people living with COPD. It’s an interesting reminder that supporting lung health isn’t only about medications and treatments. Sometimes a good laugh may have a place, too!

👉 Read the article: https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-09-08/laughter-could-be-great-medicine-for-copd-study-says

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08/28/2026

🫁 Living well with COPD often comes down to making everyday activities a little easier. From conserving energy to planning ahead, simple strategies can help you stay active and independent while managing shortness of breath.

👉 Learn practical tips for daily life with COPD: https://www.lung.org/lung-health-diseases/lung-disease-lookup/copd/living-with-copd/daily-activities

Learn how to use less energy to complete activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and housekeeping, so you will have more energy to use throughout the day.

08/14/2026

A new COPD diagnosis can come with a lot of questions.

This is a really helpful resource from the American Lung Association covering some of the things patients should know early on — including confirming the diagnosis with spirometry, staying active, pulmonary rehabilitation, action plans, and finding the right support.

Worth sharing with anyone newly diagnosed with COPD or caring for someone who is.

Will and Cindy shared the many questions they had upon being diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

07/29/2026

If you or someone you care about is living with chronic lung disease, this event is for you.

The American Lung Association in Colorado invites you to join us for the Moving Mountains Lung Health Patient Symposium, a day of education, encouragement, and connection for patients, caregivers, and families.

Whether you’re living with COPD, asthma, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, or another chronic lung disease, you’ll have the opportunity to:

✅ Learn from local lung health experts
🤝 Connect with others who understand your journey
📚 Discover helpful community resources
❤️ Hear inspiring patient stories from people living with lung disease
🍽️ Enjoy breakfast and lunch while building community

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Highlands Ranch Senior Center

Transportation is available from Colorado Springs and Pueblo, making it easier for more Coloradans to attend.

👉 Learn more and register: movingmountains.funraise.org

Please share this post with someone who could benefit. Together, we can help ensure no one has to face lung disease alone.