π Episode 8: Living Well with COPD β Insights from John Linnell π Join us for Episode 8 of the BluZone Health Podcast as we welcome John Linnell, a dedicated COPD advocate and patient leader, to share his journey and insights on living well with chronic lung disease. π‘ Whatβs in Store? Hosted by Amy Sheldon, Kelly Welton-Lewis, and Gina Hoots, this episode dives into the realities of managing COPD, the importance of self-advocacy, and expert strategies for improving quality of life. β¨ Meet Our Guest: John Linnellβs COPD diagnosis in 2005 propelled him into patient advocacy, and today, he serves on the Board of Directors for the US COPD Coalition, Right2Breathe, and the COPD Patient-Powered Research Network of PCORI. He is a state captain for the COPD Foundation and has worked alongside top medical institutions like Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and the University of Illinois Chicago in COPD research. πΉ Key Topics Weβll Cover: β Johnβs COPD Journey β How his diagnosis shaped his path and led him to advocacy. β Recognizing the Signs β When to seek medical attention for your pulmonary health. β Managing Relationships & COPD β How a chronic condition impacts family and friends. β Practical Advice for COPD Patients β What John wishes he had known earlier. β Game-Changers for COPD Management β The most valuable tools, devices, or strategies that have made a difference. β Handling Exacerbations β What to do when symptoms worsen. ποΈ Why Listen? This episode offers real-world guidance from someone who has lived through the challenges of COPD, backed by expert perspectives from our BluZone Health team. Whether you're newly diagnosed, a long-time COPD patient, or a caregiver, youβll gain valuable takeaways to help navigate life with confidence. Website: https://bluzone.health Instagram: / bluzone_health Facebook: / respiratoryrehab LinkedIn: / bluzone-health X/Twitter: https://x.com/bluzonehealth @bluzonehealth π Donβt Miss Out! Click the link to register and tune in! #COPD #ChronicIllnessSupport #PulmonaryHealth #BluZoneHealth #BreatheBetter #Right2Breathe