The Lung Health Champion

The Lung Health Champion is for anyone with lungs, which means you! In this podcast, we’ll show you how to breathe better, protect your lungs, and keep them healthy for as long as possible. From COPD and Alpha-1 to bronchiectasis and beyond, we’ll bring you expert insights, real stories, and practical tips that address the realities of living with a chronic lung condition. It’s fun, easy to follow, and will give you tools that can change how you breathe and how you live.

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Episodes

From Genotype to Action: Managing Dual-Deficient Alpha-1

In this episode of Lung Health Champion, host Amanda Atkinson speaks with Dr. Kyle Hogarth about what happens after identifying a severe genotype in alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. They outline a practical approach to patient care, including establishing baselines, determining disease risk, and guiding treatment decisions. The discussion covers monitoring strategies, recognizing signs of disease progression, and when to consider augmentation therapy or specialist referral. Dr. Hogarth also addre...

May 30, 2026•26 min•Ep. 4

Recognizing Worsening COPD and Taking Action

In this episode of Lung Health Champion, Dr. Jean Wright speaks with Dr. Jessica Bon, a pulmonary specialist at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, alongside Tom Krueger, who is living with COPD. Together, they discuss what worsening COPD can look and feel like in daily life, from increased shortness of breath and fatigue to anxiety and changing activity levels. Dr. Bon explains how healthcare providers assess disease progression, the role of inflammation in COPD, and why it’s important for peopl...

May 15, 2026•32 min•Ep. 3

From Fear to Action: Understanding Life After a COPD Diagnosis

In this premiere episode of Lung Health Champion, host Arnelle Konde speaks with Dr. Barbara Yawn, a primary care physician and clinical researcher, alongside Tina Moyer, who is living with COPD. The conversation focuses on the emotional and practical realities following an initial COPD diagnosis. Dr. Yawn explains how clinicians can support patients through early misunderstandings, while Tina shares her personal experience of fear, acceptance, and learning to move forward. Together, they examin...

Apr 15, 2026•45 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Understanding Exacerbations: Signs, Triggers, and Taking Action

In this episode of the Lung Health Champion, host Arnelle Konde speaks with Dr. Stephanie Christenson, a pulmonologist, and Caroline Gainer, who is living with COPD, about exacerbations, also known as flare-ups. They examine what an exacerbation is, how it differs from a bad day, and why early recognition is critical. Caroline shares her personal experience learning to identify symptoms, while Dr. Christenson explains the role of inflammation, common triggers, and the importance of understanding...

Apr 15, 2026•31 min•Season 1Ep. 2

The Lung Health Champion: A COPD Foundation Podcast (TRAILER)

Lung Health Champion is the podcast for anyone with lungs, which means you! We talk about how breathing works, why your lungs are so important, and simple ways to take good care of them. You’ll learn helpful tips, hear interesting stories, and discover things about your body you may have never thought about before. It’s fun, easy to follow, and made for anyone who wants to breathe a little easier every day. The podcast is provided by the COPD Foundation as an educational resource only and should...

Mar 30, 2026•2 min

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