COPD and Cold Weather: Winter Preparation

COPD and Cold Weather: How to Prepare Yourself for the Winter

If you have chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD), you might have noticed that your breathing often gets difficult when you go out into cold weather. ...

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COPD and Cold Weather: How to Prepare Yourself for the Winter

COPD and Cold Weather: Winter Preparation

If you have chronic pulmonary obstructive disease (COPD), you might have noticed that your breathing often gets difficult when you go out into cold weather. This is no coincidence. There is evidence that cold weather affects the respiratory system in numerous ways, and people with respiratory illnesses such as COPD and asthma are more likely to be affected.

In this blog post, we will discuss the normal environment of your lungs and upper airways, how cold weather affects your lungs, and how to prepare yourself to prevent weather-induced COPD exacerbations or infections.

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Inogen One G5 - Quick Operation Guide

Inogen One G5 – Quick Operation Guide

The Inogen One G5 sets a new standard for portable oxygen concentrators with its versatile design offering 1-6 pulse flow settings. Its lightweight build, weighing ...

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Inogen One G5 – Quick Operation Guide

Inogen One G5 - Quick Operation Guide

The Inogen One G5 sets a new standard for portable oxygen concentrators with its versatile design offering 1-6 pulse flow settings. Its lightweight build, weighing under 5 pounds, ensures easy portability. Here’s a step-by-step guide to operating your Inogen One G5:

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The Definitive Guide to National COPD Awareness Month

The Definitive Guide to National COPD Awareness Month 2023

November 1st, 2023 marks the beginning of National COPD Awareness Month, and even though Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) rates have been steadily rising, general ...

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The Definitive Guide to National COPD Awareness Month 2023

The Definitive Guide to National COPD Awareness Month

November 1st, 2023 marks the beginning of National COPD Awareness Month, and even though Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) rates have been steadily rising, general awareness of COPD remains low. COPD Awareness Month is the national answer to increase public awareness of the costs and health risks of COPD, and to highlight COPD prevention tips.

In this blog post, we will explore what COPD is, how to prevent COPD, and helpful resources to get more information on COPD awareness month.

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Comparisons of the Home Oxygen Concentrators

Comparison of the Home Oxygen Concentrators

Home oxygen concentrators are for home use because they can only be plugged into an AC outlet and cannot run on battery or inside a ...

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Comparison of the Home Oxygen Concentrators

Comparisons of the Home Oxygen Concentrators

Home oxygen concentrators are for home use because they can only be plugged into an AC outlet and cannot run on battery or inside a car with a DC adapter. They’re also usually larger than portable concentrators, so you wouldn’t want to have to transport them around. Even so, stationary oxygen units are still necessary and make the lives of oxygen therapy users easier.

If you only need to use oxygen therapy a few hours out of the day, a stationary model might be a better decision, because portable models can be much more pricey. You might only need to use it overnight, and you don’t plan on doing a lot of traveling to other places where you would be staying overnight. If you would generally only be using your oxygen therapy while you’re at home, a stationary oxygen concentrator is a way to go.

Moreover, stationary oxygen concentrators provide a higher liter flow compared to portable units, that’s one of the reasons why they are bulkier. Another important feature of stationary home oxygen concentrators is that they can supply a continuous flow of oxygen, making them compatible with CPAP machines. Portable oxygen concentrators can supply oxygen on a pulse dose, that is, it supplies a burst of oxygen right when the patient inhales. If you are prescribed a continuous flow of oxygen, stationary units are a great option.

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Audible Alerts and Visible Signs for the CAIRE Freestyle Comfort

Audible Alerts and Visible Signs for the CAIRE Freestyle Comfort

The CAIRE Freestyle Comfort Portable Concentrator comes equipped with audible alerts and visible signals that help inform you of the current status of the device’s ...

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Audible Alerts and Visible Signs for the CAIRE Freestyle Comfort

Audible Alerts and Visible Signs for the CAIRE Freestyle Comfort

The CAIRE Freestyle Comfort Portable Concentrator comes equipped with audible alerts and visible signals that help inform you of the current status of the device’s operation. To maintain optimal performance, it’s best to adhere to any alerts and messages displayed on your device and respond accordingly. This may require a charge of your battery, a replacement of parts, or you may need to contact your equipment provider for further instructions.
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User Question: When Should Inogen One G3 Columns Be Replaced?

User Question: When Should Inogen One G3 Columns Be Replaced?

The Inogen One G3 is one of the top-rated portable oxygen concentrators on the market. Like all the others, it still needs maintenance and will ...

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User Question: When Should Inogen One G3 Columns Be Replaced?

User Question: When Should Inogen One G3 Columns Be Replaced?

The Inogen One G3 is one of the top-rated portable oxygen concentrators on the market. Like all the others, it still needs maintenance and will require replacement parts to keep it in good working order. This vital piece of medical equipment needs to be continually working to the best of its abilities because you rely on it for your health.

One of the major parts that will need to be replaced is the Inogen One G3 columns, which are the sieve beds of the unit. The sieve bed works to filter out nitrogen from the air coming into the concentrator. It’s the second filter that the air passes through to be concentrated into oxygen.

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11 Critical Safety Precautions For Oxygen Therapy

11 Critical Safety Precautions For Oxygen Therapy

Oxygen might seem like a harmless gas because we breathe it every day. However, when oxygen is purified at high concentrations, it can become very ...

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11 Critical Safety Precautions For Oxygen Therapy

11 Critical Safety Precautions For Oxygen Therapy

Oxygen might seem like a harmless gas because we breathe it every day. However, when oxygen is purified at high concentrations, it can become very destructive. Oxygen therapy is an important medical treatment for patients who need to have supplemental oxygen, but caution must be taken to avoid injury.

In this blog post, we will discuss 11 important safety precautions to take into consideration if you are on oxygen therapy. First, let us discuss 2 critical reasons why you should always handle oxygen carefully.

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Audible Alerts and Visible Signals for the Inogen One G4

Audible Alerts and Visible Signals for the Inogen One G4

The Inogen One G4 Portable Concentrator delivers oxygen in a compact and quiet device. This machine comes built with visual and auditory alerts to better ...

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Audible Alerts and Visible Signals for the Inogen One G4

Audible Alerts and Visible Signals for the Inogen One G4

The Inogen One G4 Portable Concentrator delivers oxygen in a compact and quiet device. This machine comes built with visual and auditory alerts to better inform users of power, mode, and priority status notifications that make using and maintaining the Inogen One G4 simple and easy.

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Flying With a Portable Oxygen Concentrator on Hawaiian Airlines

Flying With a Portable Oxygen Concentrator on Hawaiian Airlines

If you’re planning on flying with Hawaiian Airlines with a portable oxygen concentrator, there are a few things you’ll need to know before the day ...

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Flying With a Portable Oxygen Concentrator on Hawaiian Airlines

Flying With a Portable Oxygen Concentrator on Hawaiian Airlines

If you’re planning on flying with Hawaiian Airlines with a portable oxygen concentrator, there are a few things you’ll need to know before the day of your flight. Just like all other commercial airlines, they have the ability to allow approved portable oxygen concentrators on board their flights, for those who have a medical need for them.

They have the health and safety in mind for you, as well as all of their other passengers, which is why they have their own set of rules for bringing them aboard. You’ll need to follow these rules, so you won’t hit any snags in your travel, and also, to make sure your oxygen needs are properly met while you take your vacation.

Even though all of our portable oxygen concentrators are approved for use on commercial flights by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), commercial airlines can still decide which ones they approve. Here is a list of our available portable oxygen concentrators, that are approved by Hawaiian Airlines, specifically:

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10 Tips for Seniors Traveling Abroad

10 Tips for Seniors Traveling Abroad

Traveling abroad can be the adventure of a lifetime, and allows you to experience new places and cultures. However, some seniors may have health problems, ...

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10 Tips for Seniors Traveling Abroad

10 Tips for Seniors Traveling Abroad

Traveling abroad can be the adventure of a lifetime, and allows you to experience new places and cultures. However, some seniors may have health problems, and they may find themselves in a health-related emergency. While traveling abroad can be worrisome due to health concerns, seniors can take certain precautions to prevent crises that may occur during their vacations.

Regardless of your destination, there are several steps you can take to have an enjoyable and memorable trip overseas. Here are 10 important international travel tips.

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