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Lorraine replied to the topic Starting Ofev in the forum Ofev (Nintedanib) 2 years, 9 months ago
@Thom and @charlene-marshall!!!
Greetings both.
All things considered, I am doing well and hope the same is the case on your ends.
NYC flattened the COVID-19 curve and altho some things are still not opened, I have been spending a lot of time outside with friends and family. In fact, I just returned from Lake George where I went for a couple of…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic Mental Health & COVID-19: A Check-In in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
Greetings Charlene:
I welcome the idea of participating in a Zoom call.
From my experience, Zoom calls are pleasant and an uplifting experience.
While walking, I blast my Spotify playlist. I do not want to use my earbud, as I want to know if others are around, which is rare. I may try Sirus Radio, to mix things up and since…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic PSA Safe Grocery Shopping in COVID-19 Pandemic – UPDATED!!! – YouTube in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
Hi Judy: You raise a valid point. People here have been identifying smaller supermarkets, or even deli’s, in their respective neighborhoods, who deliver. I hope your community has similar alternatives, cause it is getting harder and harder to schedule deliveries from PeaPod etc, and then the recipient must then wait a few weeks for…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic PSA Safe Grocery Shopping in COVID-19 Pandemic – UPDATED!!! – YouTube in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
Hi Charlene:
I am doing well.
First and foremost I am doing Extreme Social Distancing. Doing many virtual social events with Zoom, House Party, Facebook Messenger and Google Hangout. I also do virtual workouts with YMCA 360 and YMCA @ home.
Thank you for your love and support of NYC!!!
Stay safe and well
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Lorraine replied to the topic Mental Health & COVID-19: A Check-In in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
Hi Charlene:
I am doing well, keeping busy and upbeat. Also, regularly connect with my 8 year old SILLY self!
I find my various ZOOM groups to be very uplifting and fun. Also, enjoying my daily virtual YMCA classes. Today, I did an outside walk, enjoying the music of my Spotify playlist. I also limit COVID-19 television news,…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic PSA Safe Grocery Shopping in COVID-19 Pandemic – UPDATED!!! – YouTube in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
Hi Charlene and thank you.
Unfortunately, and as you may know, things are not going well in NYC,with regard to the number of COVID -19 cases and deaths.
However, I am doing my best to stay off the radar, by social distancing, and fortunately that is going well.
Stay safe and well.
Lorraine
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Lorraine started the topic Apple COVID-19 Screening Tool in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
“This tool can help you understand what to do next about COVID-19.
Let’s all look out for each other by knowing our status, trying not to infect others, and reserving care for those in need.”
Click link to Start Screening
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Lorraine started the topic PSA Safe Grocery Shopping in COVID-19 Pandemic – UPDATED!!! – YouTube in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
PSA Safe Grocery Shopping in COVID-19 Pandemic – UPDATED!!! – YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjDuwc9KBps
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Lorraine started the topic Have You Gotten Your Virtual Workout On? in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
Greetings All:
While Social Distancing, on Staten Island, New York — I have been taking FREE Virtual YMCA classes.
If interested, here are the websites: https://ymcanyc.org/ymca-home and https://ymca360.org/on-demand#/category/15
Health & Fitness Videos: Live Workouts, Stretching & Yoga, Stretching and Yoga, For Seniors, Condition &…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic Mental Health & COVID-19: A Check-In in the forum Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 1 month ago
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</span> I’m doing great — other days 💙 I’m okay.
I am trying to stay strong, but know as things worsen, that may be challenging.
I live on Staten Island, New York — a 25 minute ferry boat ride to Manhattan.
Currently there are 59,648 COVID cases in NYC and 965 deaths.
On Sta…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic Corona virus in the forum Join the Discussion: Welcome to all PF/IPF Patients 3 years, 2 months ago
Well said Miltont! Keep safe.
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Lorraine replied to the topic Corona virus in the forum Join the Discussion: Welcome to all PF/IPF Patients 3 years, 2 months ago
I will avoid large crowds and unessential travel.
Best wishes all!
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Lorraine replied to the topic Corona virus in the forum Join the Discussion: Welcome to all PF/IPF Patients 3 years, 2 months ago
I am afraid that Social Distancing will become my reality, especially if a 3′ distance, in public places is recommended … hopefully COVID-19 will burn out.
I just wrote a text to my pulmonologist, asking for guidance, given I am 61, have ILD and a heart PT.
In addition to the above postings, when in public places, I use a tissue or paper towel…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic just want to share some of my experience in the forum Canadians Living with Pulmonary Fibrosis 3 years, 4 months ago
Hi Jaime:
A lot of good information and advice on this thread, and I hope it brings positive results.
I would like to add one other thing. I bought an adjustable bed a couple of years ago, prior to hip replacement surgery and find keeping my head elevated, while sleeping is an effective way to get rid of phlegm. Alternatively,…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic How The Apple Watch Can Assist Patients with Pulmonary Fibrosis in the forum Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness & Advocacy 3 years, 5 months ago
Hi Charlene: Glad to hear you are styling with the Apple 5. I am liking the functionality of the watch more and more. If I do decide to get one, I will let you know. Wishing you the best, Lorraine
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Lorraine replied to the topic How The Apple Watch Can Assist Patients with Pulmonary Fibrosis in the forum Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness & Advocacy 3 years, 5 months ago
Hi Charlene:
Glad to hear you received the Apple watch for Christmas!!!
If you were on the naughty list, there would be no hope for the rest of us. 🙂
Which watch did you get?, I am leaning toward the 5 if/when.
Best wishes,
Lorraine
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Lorraine replied to the topic How The Apple Watch Can Assist Patients with Pulmonary Fibrosis in the forum Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness & Advocacy 3 years, 5 months ago
Hi Charlene:
Glad to hear you are on the mend, but sorry to hear you had been sick and hospitalized.
You will be the first to know if I am in need of additional support, I appreciate and value such resources. My therapy has made a difference!
By the way it looks like I will be going to South Africa for a few weeks next year…[Read more]
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Lorraine replied to the topic How The Apple Watch Can Assist Patients with Pulmonary Fibrosis in the forum Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness & Advocacy 3 years, 5 months ago
Hi Charlene:
I am doing well and hope you are too!
Thank you for letting me know about available online support groups, I will let you know if/when I might be interested. I have been seeing a therapist 1:1 for a few months now and that has been helping (altho I still have my moments) and I am even socializing again.
Happy holidays,
Lorraine
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Lorraine replied to the topic How The Apple Watch Can Assist Patients with Pulmonary Fibrosis in the forum Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness & Advocacy 3 years, 5 months ago
Hi Charlene: Maybe a group FaceTime IPF chat is in our future. Ha.
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