Bob Messenger, RRT, CPFT, FAARC

Is traveling to high altitudes a concern—perhaps vacationing in Colorado—when I have COPD? Is there something I should bring or do while I’m there? How do I prepare?

Whether you plan to travel by air, land or sea, you can do more with oxygen to help your pulmonary hypertension. However, your trip will require necessary preparation. From talking to your doctor to dealing with your diet, here’s what you need to know according to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.

Just because you have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a well-earned vacation. And planning ahead will help you to enjoy every moment of your time away. Simply follow these tips from the American College of Chest Physicians to take the stress out of flying with portable oxygen.

If you are currently using oxygen therapy but are still dragging around large tanks with you all the time, it is time you learned about the Invacare® HomeFill® Oxygen System. The system allows you to fill your own oxygen cylinders right in your own home, ensuring you never run out of oxygen when you need it. The convenience these refillable cylinders of various sizes offer helps you live the happy, active and independent life you always knew was possible, even with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).