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COPD and the Coronavirus - recommendations, concerns, advice
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Courtney_J
Community manager@MJones99 Hello MJones99, thank you for your comment. I think many members are also worried about this. We just published an article on COPD and the coronavirus, I think you may find it helpful:
Everything you need to know about COPD and the Coronavirus
I hope it answers some of your questions!
Take care,
Courtney
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Courtney_J, Community Manager, Carenity US
MJones99
I am really upset I tried to get unemployment but got denied and cant get thru to find out why. The only reason I am not working is because of my copd and this damn virus. Why cant people get help. Sorry to lay this all out but just very frustrating.
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Michelle Jones
Lillyw
@Courtney_J keep calling the police. That's what they are there for.
Lillyw
@Lillyw sorry wrong person.
Lillyw
@Lillyw I'm learning to do this posting thing. I have copd and scared of the virus. I live with someone who just doesn't care. I isolate to my bedroom most of the day and night. Going crazy.
Courtney_J
Community managerHello everyone, it's been a few days since we've checked in on one another. How are you doing? Is the lockdown getting to you or are you managing to stay busy and positive?
@hmccu2224 @deborah72164 @Gingerghent @ConnieH @zoobiedo @Health2020 @dlmcmahill @shayes18
Take care,
Courtney
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Courtney_J, Community Manager, Carenity US
mrmiles
@Courtney_J I'm doing ok. I'm retired now so I haven't been at work like many people here. Staying positive and avoiding everyone and everything as much as possible! I wouldn't want any of us to catch it with our condition. I've heard it has lasting impact on the lungs, so with mine in such a rough shape already I don't know what it would do to me. But anyway, I've been staying safe at home and will still be doing that when the lockdown is lifted in my state until I feel like things are getting better. I've been working through my pile of sudokus and NYT crossword puzzles to pass the time. Stay safe everyone!
copd_healing
@Courtney_J I'm doing alright. I haven't been on here in a while and all that's going on has kind of brought me back. I'm supposed to go back to work next week but I'm trying to negociate with my team head to let me telework because of my condition. What is everyone doing about the end of the lockdown in your state? Are you going back to work or are you still working from home?
Courtney_J
Community managerHello everyone?
How are you today?
How are you managing your COPD now? Is it more complicated this time of year? Have you returned to a "normal life" after these few months of lockdown?
Feel free to share! We are all here to help each other!
Take care,
Courtney
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Courtney_J, Community Manager, Carenity US
LynninTx
Hi everyone. I have been social distancing. Doing a little walking and also Dr. started me on new meds. So far Ive been able to get off my oxygen during the day. I still sleep with it but I am feeling some better. Prayers for you all!!
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Courtney_J
Community managerHello everyone,
Patients with chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD are part of the population at risk of complications from Coronavirus infection. It's really important to follow recommendations and guidelines published by the CDC and other health organizations in order to best protect ourselves from infection.
Feel free to consult our two recent articles on the coronavirus and chronic illness for more information:
Coronavirus: What do you need to know?
Coronavirus and chronic illness
I've created this discussion so we can ask any questions or concerns about the current pandemic or just generally share our feelings about what is going on.
Have you consulted the recommendations? Who informed you first: you doctor, your pharmacist, a relative? Have you been taking any particular precautions? Have you been self-isolating? Do you have any advice for others?
Take care,
Courtney
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