Elevation Respiratory

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.

07/19/2026

Managing COPD on a fixed income can be financially straining. Discover options, Medicare Extra Help, and nonprofit resources to lower your medication costs.

07/13/2026

A recent study indicates with patients living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can benefit significantly from light and gentle movements like standing up often, slow walks, engaging in household chores, etc. , Health News News, Health and Me

07/10/2026

Free COPD Support is Available

Managing COPD is about more than medications and appointments. Education, support, and knowing where to turn can make a real difference.

The American Lung Association’s free Lung Health Navigator program connects people living with COPD to registered nurses and respiratory therapists who provide one-on-one guidance, answer questions, and help patients navigate treatment options and available resources.

This is an excellent complement to pulmonary rehabilitation and other evidence-based COPD care.

Learn more at Lung.org/COPD or connect with a Lung Health Navigator by calling 866-252-2959 or visiting Lung.org/Navigator.

At Elevation Respiratory Care, we’re always happy to share trusted resources that help people breathe easier.

07/10/2026

🫁 Small daily habits can have a big impact on living with bronchiectasis. Staying active, clearing your airways, taking medications as prescribed, and avoiding respiratory infections can all help support healthier lungs and improve quality of life.

👉 Learn more: https://www.everydayhealth.com/lung-respiratory/daily-habits-to-manage-bronchiectasis/

There are a number of things you can do every day to complement bronchiectasis treatment. Find out what habits experts recommend.

06/29/2026

🔥 Wildfire smoke can affect everyone—not just those near the flames. Smoke contains fine particles that can irritate the lungs, worsen asthma and COPD, and make breathing more difficult.

Knowing how to protect yourself and your family during wildfire season can make a big difference.

Learn about what you should do to protect your lungs from wildfire smoke.