Each Breath Blog
Breathing is essential to life, and through this blog, we hope to illustrate the importance of lung health. Hear directly from experts, researchers, staff and volunteers about our ongoing fight for healthy lungs and healthy air.
What’s it Like Living with COPD?
From daily activities to overall quality of life, focus group participants share the life-changing impacts of living with COPD Read More
Life (Long) After COPD Diagnosis
Vijai S. shares his journey of being diagnosed with emphysema over 28 years ago and how he has learned to continue living his life while managing his disease. Read More
Breathing is Life – Act Earlier on COPD
This November 15th, we recognize World COPD Day as a global initiative to raise awareness of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Read More
COPD and Particulate Matter
Indoor air quality is critical to everyone’s health, especially people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Read More
Mission Moment October 2023
September 21 was our very first Respiratory Advocacy Day (RAD) where members of our asthma and COPD Patient Advisory Groups came to Capitol Hill in D.C. Read More
Tips to Keep Your Lungs Healthy this Spring
Spring is here and it’s a good time to revisit ways to help keep your lungs healthy, particularly when you have a chronic lung disease like asthma or COPD. Read More
Diagnosed with COPD at 42
Kara made several life changes since learning she has COPD and encourages others to take charge as well. Read More
Q&A: How Registered Respiratory Therapists Support Patients with COPD
AARC Director of Education, Mandy De Vries, explains how RRTs provide essential care during COPD emergencies. Read More
Struggling with a COPD Diagnosis
Robert was devastated by his COPD diagnosis, but his determination to learn about the disease and find support may be saving his life. Read More
COPD and Pertussis: When a Cough Becomes Downright Dangerous
What you should know about being vaccinated against pertussis, commonly called whooping cough. Read More
