Living Well with COPD – Insights from John Linnell Episode 8

🌟 Episode 8: Living Well with COPD – Insights from John Linnell 🌟
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.

💡 What’s 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.

✨ Meet Our Guest:
John Linnell’s 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.

🔹 Key Topics We’ll Cover:
✅ John’s COPD Journey – How his diagnosis shaped his path and led him to advocacy.
✅ Recognizing the Signs – When to seek medical attention for your pulmonary health.
✅ Managing Relationships & COPD – How a chronic condition impacts family and friends.
✅ Practical Advice for COPD Patients – What John wishes he had known earlier.
✅ Game-Changers for COPD Management – The most valuable tools, devices, or strategies that have made a difference.
✅ Handling Exacerbations – What to do when symptoms worsen.

🎙️ 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, you’ll gain valuable takeaways to help navigate life with confidence.

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