Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Words of wisdom
"There is a light on the other side of the tunnel.""You can resume a normal life after a COPD diagnosis. It may be slower, but there is life after diagnosis."
"Get out and do something about your condition by learning as much as you can and by taking an active role in the management of your health."
"Learn to use a computer."
"Get a good GP. If you don't have one, change."
"Exercise and stay positive."
"Contact The Australian Lung Foundation."
The Australian Lung Foundation is here to help. Call them on 1 800 654 301.
This Speaking from Experience clip offers first-hand experiences from people living with COPD. They share the wisdom gained from living with COPD and learning to successfully manage it.
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Diagnosis
Clip 1 of 11: COPD
Members Only 3:58 min 4.8 MB
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Impact on employment
Clip 2 of 11: COPD
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Smoking cessation
Clip 3 of 11: COPD
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Pulmonary rehabilitation
Clip 4 of 11: COPD
Play 4:38 min 5.7 MB
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Management: Staying healthy & active
Clip 5 of 11: COPD
Play 6:28 min 7.7 MB
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Mental health
Clip 6 of 11: COPD
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Medication
Clip 7 of 11: COPD
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Vaccinations
Clip 8 of 11: COPD
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Challenges
Clip 9 of 11: COPD
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Support
Clip 10 of 11: COPD
Members Only 7:54 min 9.4 MB
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Words of wisdom
Clip 11 of 11: COPD
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