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Monday, January 20, 2003                        Volume #2 -- Issue #3
Susie Bowers, Editor -- Web-Editor@COPD-International.com
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==> Welcome
==> COPD News
==> Recalls/Warnings
==> Featured Articles - Osteoporosis
==> Nutrition/Wellness
==> COPD Community Update
==> Just for Fun
==> Recipe
==> Closing Thought
==> Subscribe/Unsubscribe Information
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           > > > > > > > > > > WELCOME < < < < < < < < < <
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-----ABOUT US
We are a group of fellow COPD sufferers, caregivers and others
interested in this disease. Our online community is devoted to helping
one another to live the best life possible with this debilitating illness
through interactive support.

As many of us have found, COPD is a disease of many faces,
contradictions and components. Therefore, our diversified
community is here to share its combined wealth of knowledge
and information, so we may all become well-informed patients
and take control of our disease rather than letting this disease
control us.

-----EDITORIAL COMMENTS
There isn't a day that goes by when we don't hear about health
stories and new studies about the dangers of osteoporosis, a
disease in which the bones become extremely porous, are subject
to fracture and heal slowly.

Although osteoporosis is typically associated with post-menopausal
women, men also are at risk. Many studies have identified a link
between increased risk of osteoporosis and use of corticosteroids,
which are commonly prescribed in the treatment of COPD.

In one study, those taking either inhaled or oral corticosteroids
were found to have a ninefold higher risk of osteoporosis than
the general population.

This issue focuses on osteoporosis and tips on what we can do
to keep our bones as healthy as possible. Health experts advise
that those with COPD have a bone-density scan, especially for
patients on steroid-based medications.

We welcome your input and participation in our newsletters and
will review for publication any pertinent information you wish to share
with others on COPD and related topics. If you wish to contribute to the
newsletter, please contact us at Newsletter@COPD-International.com

Yours in health ...

Susie
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-----NEW LUNGS: HOW ONE MAN BEAT THE ODDS
Charlie Tolchin, born with the lung-destroying disease cystic fibrosis,
received two healthy lungs from a 13-year-old accident victim. This is
his story on how he beat the odds thanks to a remarkable series of
medical achievements. See Story:
http://www.nytimes.com/2003/01/14/health/14CONV.html?8hpib

-----INFECTIONS LINKED TO FAULTY BRONCHOSCOPES
This study claims that the large outbreak of P. aeruginosa infections
in patients who underwent bronchoscopy was caused by a loose
biopsy-port cap in the bronchoscopes. Instrument safety and
surveillance methods for bronchoscopy must be improved, and better
recall procedures needed for medical devices. See Details:
http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/abstract/348/3/221

-----DUTCH STUDY TO FOCUS ON SMOKING VACCINE
The University of Maastricht in the Netherlands announced that it will
begin a two-year study of an anti-smoking vaccine, NicVAX. The
vaccine, which is injected, is derived from nicotine itself. See Details:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_11213.html

-----GlAXO THREATENS TO STOP SALES TO CANADA
In response to the growing popularity of cheaper Canadian drugs
among U.S. consumers, GlaxoSmithKline has threatened to stop
supplying wholesalers and retailers in that country unless they cease
their cross-border sales. See Story:
http://reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml?type=healthNews&storyID=
2036487

-----SUPPORT KEY TO COPING WITH COPD
The more coping skills COPD patients can use, the more likely it
is that they will be able to maintain, control and cope effectively with
their disease, lessening the chances psychological problems.
http://www.lungnet.org.au/psych-conseq-rd.html

----SITE HELPS YOU FIND BENEFIT PROGRAMS
GovBenefits will help you find benefit programs available to you. The
screening tool is free, easy-to-use and completely confidential. You
answer a series of questions about yourself, and then GovBenefits
returns a list of government benefit programs you may be eligible to
receive along with information about how to apply. See GovBenefits:
http://www.govbenefits.gov/

Make browsing in our Library and catching up on general medical
news in our Reading Room part of your daily surfing routine at
http://www.copd-international.com/Library/
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----HERBSLAND RECALLS ANCOM TABLETS
Herbsland Inc. is recalling all 100 tablet bottles of Ancom
Anti-Hypertensive Compound Tablets. Reason: May pose
possible serious health risks including sedation, depression
and potentially life-threatening abnormalities of the blood.
Distribution: Nationwide. See Press Release:
http://www.copd-international.com/Library/Ancom_recall.htm

To view other drug recalls, please go to our Library section
at http://www.copdinternational.com/library/contents.htm
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-----BONING UP ON OSTEOPOROSIS
Osteoporosis is called the "silent disease" because you may not
notice any symptoms. People can lose bone over many years, but
not know they have osteoporosis until a bone breaks.

Osteoporosis is preventable. A diet that is rich in calcium and vitamin
D and a lifestyle that includes regular weight-bearing exercise are the
best ways to prevent osteoporosis. See More:
http://seniorhealth.about.com/library/conditions/blosteo.htm

-----CORTICOSTEROIDS RAISE RISK OF FRACTURES
In a study of older persons, UK investigators have found that recent use
of inhaled corticosteroids was associated with a dose-related increase
in hip fracture. American researchers have also found the same results
in clinical studies. See Study:
http://www.health-news.co.uk/showstory.asp?id=103486

-----"OSTEODIET" NEW APPROACH TO HEALTHY BONES
The World Health Organization (WHO) has defined osteoporosis as the
second leading health care problem after cardiovascular disease. A new
European funded project - called 'Osteodiet' - will set out to investigate
dietary strategies for its prevention. See Details:
http://www.foodnavigator.com/news/news.asp?id=6620

-----A NEW TAKE ON CALCIUM
Calcium is known for its role in keeping bones strong, but research
now points to two other possible health benefits: weight control and
lower risk of some cancers. If further study supports these findings, it
could create even greater concern that only one-third of Americans
meet their calcium needs. See Report:
http://www.msnbc.com/news/857109.asp?0si
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-----MERCK MANUAL - HOME EDITION ONLINE
The Merck Manual -Home Edition is available online and is a source
for complete and comprehensive medical information. It includes an
extensive section on lung and airway disorders. See Manual:
http://www.merck.com/pubs/mmanual_home/contents.htm

-----PHARMACOLOGY 101
Information on thousands of prescription and over-the-counter
medications is provided by MEDLINEplus, a site of the National
Institutes of Health (NIH). See Index:
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginformation.html

-----RESEARCH - OBESITY IN MID-AGE CUTS LIFE SPAN
Dutch researchers say people who are overweight at 40 are likely to
die at least three years sooner than those who are slim, meaning that
in terms of life expectancy, being fat during middle age is just as bad as
smoking, researchers say. See Story:
http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/333/7228/359831.html

-----WORRIED YOU WORRY TOO MUCH?
Chronic worrier? Follow these seven steps to gain peace of mind.
http://healthy.net/scr/column.asp?PageType=Column&id=311
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-----WELCOME NEW SUBSCRIBERS!
We welcome all our new subscribers and invite you to join our
e-mail lists and check out our chat rooms, where you can talk freely
about COPD in an atmosphere of fellowship. The link to the chat
schedules can be found on our Home Page or just drop in anytime
you have a need to talk.

-----DAILY CHATS
Scheduled chats with hosts are held daily and we invite everyone to
stop in and visit. We look forward to seeing you. The Chat Room
schedule can be accessed at
http://www.copd-international.com/Chat-schedule.htm

-----WEEKLY CAREGIVERS CHAT
On Wednesdays at 7 p.m. (EST), we invite all caregivers who are in
need of mutual support to join host Kitty in this weekly chat. You can
reach the Caregivers Chat Room at
http://www.copd-international.com/caregivers/chat.htm
(Note: Only caregivers in this chat please.)

For more information on our chat rooms, please contact Deb,
chat coordinator, at Chat@COPD-International.com

-----QUIT SMOKING NOW PROGRAM AND CHAT
If you want online support to quit smoking, join our interactive
Quit Smoking Now (QSN) Program, where community members
support one another in stopping smoking and remaining smoke-free.
http://www.copd-international.com/quit_smoking/

For more information on the QSN Program, contact Diane, program
coordinator, at Newsletter@COPD-International.com     Diane is also available
for scheduling one-on-one chats. This is in addition to the regularly
scheduled chat on Mondays at 9 p.m. (EST). The chat room can be
accessed at http://www.copd-international.com/quit_smoking/chat.htm

-----KEEP IN TOUCH PROGRAM
Our Keep in Touch Program (KIT) is a program set up for those of
us that live alone, or persons who desire a way to maintain daily
contact with a small group of people like them for reassurance.
For details, go to http://www.copd-international.com/Keep_in_Touch/

-----LOVING THOUGHTS
Express your loving thoughts, get-well wishes and prayers for
our fellow community members, who are very ill or hospitalized.
To participate in this program of loving concern, please go to
http://www.copd-international.com/Loving_Thoughts/

-- Rosemary, who is caregiver for our chat host Lynne
Roberts (Host-Lyn) is in the hospital. She has had a heart
attack, and has several complications including thyroid problems
and hypercoagulopathy (a severe thickening of the blood).

Updates:

-- Saundra Roberts is now home from the hospital.

-- Linda McKenzie (LindaMA) is now home following
gastric-bypass surgery and is doing well.

-----VISIT THE BILL HORDEN LIBRARY
In addition to the "COPD Survival Guide," our Library includes the
other works of COPD Advocate Bill Horden, a pioneer of online
support for those with COPD. To browse the Horden Library, go to
http://www.copd-international.com/COPDadvocate/

-----VOLUNTEERS - WE NEED YOU!
Volunteers are always needed to maintain the various interactive
support programs. If you wish to volunteer, please contact us
at http://www.copd-international.com/volunteer.htm

Don't forget to checkout all our support programs listed on our
Home Page at www.COPD-International.com
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-----ZONE OUT
This link leads to a variety of games that are based on both skill
and chance. http://zone.msn.com/
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-----ANGEL HAIR PASTA CHICKEN
Sautéed chicken breast stir fried with carrots, broccoli and garlic
simmered in broth with basil and Parmesan cheese. This mixture
tops a bed of angel hair pasta.

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
12 ounces angel hair pasta
1 carrot, sliced diagonally into 1/4 inch thick slices
1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 cloves garlic, minced
2/3 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add chicken and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, or until chicken is
cooked through (no longer pink). Remove from skillet and drain
on paper towels.

2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta
and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and set aside.

3. While pasta is cooking, heat 2nd tablespoon oil over medium
heat in same skillet used for chicken. Stir fry carrots for about 4
minutes, then add broccoli and garlic and stir fry for another 2 minutes.
Finally, stir in broth, basil and cheese and return chicken to skillet.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 4 minutes.

4. Place drained pasta in a serving bowl. Top with chicken/vegetable
mixture and serve immediately. Serves 4. (Allspice Recipe)

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"Happiness is like a cat. If you try to coax it or call it, it will avoid
you. It will never come. But if you pay no attention to it and go about
your business, you'll find it rubbing up against your legs and jumping
into your lap."

-- Author Unknown --

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