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Whether you have been recently diagnosed with a respiratory disease or have already been living with it  for some time, we are hopeful that the information and resources we have gathered here will both enable and enhance your quality of life.   Since we are always improving our site, if you have a suggestion for content, please do not hesitate to email us at ccap [at] ucalgary [dot] ca 

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A Patient's Journey

My name is Elaine and I work as a Psychologist in Calgary.   I was diagnosed with having COPD in 2000 with the help of a breathing test.  I was a long time smoker at the time and I was having frequent chest colds and bronchitis.  I was also experiencing symptoms of shortness of breath, coughing and wheezing.  Despite adequate rest, I was easily fatigued.  Click here to read more.