• Episode 15 : Reclaiming Connection: Sex, intimacy, and COPD
    Jul 28 2025

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    Feeling close is still possible when you're living with COPD. Join Amanda Atkinson, MSN, RN, Dr. Sandy Sandhaus, Corinne Young, MSN, FNP-C, FCCP, and Diana, an individual living with COPD and alpha-1, for an honest, open conversation about intimacy after a COPD diagnosis. Real talk, practical strategies, and reminders that love, closeness, and intimacy are still possible.

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    14 mins
  • Episode 14 : Time is Lung: Early Diagnosis and Collaboration of Care for COPD and Alpha-1
    Jul 11 2025

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    Delayed diagnosis of Alpha-1 and COPD can have serious consequences, but early diagnosis and interventions can have positive impact. In this episode of the COPD Foundation Podcast join Amanda Atkinson, MSN, RN and Corinne Young, MSN, FNP-C, FCCP as they discuss the importance of early diagnosis of COPD and Alpha-1 in primary care, as well as timing for referral to pulmonology.

    For up-to-date information on diagnosing and managing COPD and Alpha-1 visit the COPD Foundation at www.copdfoundation.org. The receipt of free Alpha-1 screening or testing services does not create any expectation or obligation to purchase or use any product or service offered by any manufacturer. This episode has been sponsored by Grifols.

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    14 mins
  • Episode 13 : Women and Lung Conditions: Understanding Alpha-1
    May 27 2025

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    In this episode of the COPD Foundation Podcast join Amanda Atkinson, MSN, RN, and Dr. Monica Goldklang for part 2 of our discussion on how lung conditions like COPD and Alpha-1 impact women. For up-to-date information on diagnosing and managing COPD visit the COPD Foundation at www.copdfoundation.org.

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    17 mins
  • Episode 12 : Women and Lung Conditions: COPD - What Providers Need to Know
    May 13 2025

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    In this episode of the COPD Foundation Podcast join Amanda Atkinson, MSN, RN, and Jean Wright, M.D., MBA, for a discussion on how lung conditions like COPD impact women. For up-to-date information on diagnosing and managing COPD visit the COPD Foundation at www.copdfoundation.org.

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    15 mins
  • Episode 11 : The Power of Pulmonary Rehab
    Mar 7 2025

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    Join us as we dive into a wonderful conversation exploring the benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation programs for people living with chronic lung conditions. We’re joined by two guests: Christina Hunt, the Senior Director of Bronchiectasis and NTM Education and Care Delivery, and Alyssa Dittner, the Assistant Director of Bronchiectasis and NTM Education and Community. They share insights on how a well-rounded exercise program, education, and social support are vital in achieving personal health goals. Check out the next episode on the Bronchiectasis and NTM 360 podcast channel, where we discuss how pulmonary rehabilitation differs from traditional exercise programs and the significant positive impact it can have on individuals with respiratory conditions.

    If you're interested in learning more about COPD and other chronic conditions, visit www.COPDFoundation.org. To discover more about pulmonary rehabilitation programs, check out http://copdf.co/PulmonaryRehab.

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    26 mins
  • Episode 10 : COPD Advocates Make an Impact
    Feb 7 2025

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    This conversation dives into the impact of advocacy for people living with chronic lung conditions. We're joined by two guests: Bailey McCrary, Senior Manager of Advocacy and Public Policy at the COPD Foundation, and Phyliss, a lung health advocate who is living with COPD. Together, they discuss the importance of raising awareness of chronic lung conditions and how each of us can play a role in making life better for the COPD community. For more information on COPD and other chronic conditions, visit www.COPDFoundation.org. To get involved with advocacy at the COPD Foundation, consider joining the State Captains program at https://bit.ly/42zQScy.

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    34 mins
  • Episode 09 - Exacerbations or Worsening COPD. Which is it?
    Jan 31 2025

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    This conversation discusses how to recognize signs of worsening COPD and exacerbations. We’re joined by two guests. Dr. David Mannino is a pulmonology expert and the Chief Medical Officer of the COPD Foundation. Valerie Chang has lived with COPD and experienced firsthand the challenges of managing exacerbations. Brought to you by Sanofi and Regeneron.

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    20 mins
  • Episode 08 - The Caregiver’s Role in Worsening COPD
    Jan 6 2025

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    This discussion covers how caregivers play a key role in managing worsening COPD symptoms. We’re joined by two guests. Dr. Trisha Parekh is a pulmonologist who covers how caregivers can help take an active role in noticing when COPD symptoms are getting worse. Margaret Baté shares her personal experience as a caregiver and shares advice for people in the COPD community. Brought to you by Sanofi and Regeneron.

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    35 mins