If your work is affecting your health it is a good idea to start discussions with your employer when you have your diagnosis. If you work for a large organisation you may be able to speak to your occupational health or human resources department. You may already be in discussion with them. If you are off sick […]
A good place to start is to check with your GP and make sure you fully understand your COPD, your medications and how to stay as well as you can. This includes getting your flu vaccination, attending follow up appointments and so on. Discuss your work with your GP. How much physical effort you need, […]
If you are of working age and you have been diagnosed with COPD you may be concerned about how this could affect your ability to work now and in the future. Working for as long as you are able with a diagnosis of COPD provides not only a daily routine but will improve your financial, […]
If you are still working your work mates are another possible source of help. Some may have similar experience of a long term condition but others may not understand what it is like for you when you are unwell. Make sure you tell someone at work what to do if you are unwell and can’t […]
If you are still working your work mates are another possible source of help. Some may have similar experience of a long term condition but others may not understand what it is like for you when you are unwell. If you have asthma make sure you tell someone at work what to do if you […]
