Oxygen Depot

03/02/2026

What do my lungs do?

We need oxygen so that our body can turn food into energy, which we need for growth, repair and movement. Your lungs take in oxygen from the air you breathe in and move it into your bloodstream, so that it gets to every part of your body

On this page, we explain what your lungs do and how your respiratory system works to help you breathe.

02/09/2026

Portable Oxygen Concentrators, or POCS, are light, small and quiet devices that allow you to receive supplemental oxygen while out of the home. We’ll share how to use and take care of your POC in this video. Always consult your doctor if you have questions about your oxygen therapy prescription and using your oxygen device.

Portable Oxygen Concentrators, or POCS, are light, small and quiet devices that allow you to receive supplemental oxygen while out of the home. We’ll share how to use and take care of your POC in th

02/02/2026

There are numerous benefits of portable oxygen concentrators. These advantages contribute to the medical device’s continuous rise in popularity, declaring it a game-changer in the oxygen delivery industry! If you’re still unsure if buying a portable oxygen concentrator is the best option for you...

01/26/2026

01/12/2026

Supplemental oxygen therapy brings oxygen to your lungs if you’re not getting enough. You might need supplemental oxygen if you have certain long-term health conditions or an infection. Providers also give it during medical emergencies and surgery. Supplemental oxygen comes from a tank or machine and delivers oxygen through a mask or cannula.

Supplemental oxygen therapy helps people with breathing problems get the oxygen their bodies need to function. There are different types of oxygen therapy.

12/17/2025

How can I protect myself from air pollution?

On high pollution days, the best thing you can do to reduce your exposure to air pollution is to avoid main roads and busy streets where possible. If you have a lung condition or have children, this is even more important.

Find out what you can do to limit the effects of air pollution and lower your risk

12/09/2025

5 Ways To Improve Your Breathing with James Nestor

James Nestor believes we're all breathing wrong. Here he breaks down 5 ways to transform your breathing, from increasing your lung capacity to stopping breat...

11/24/2025

Home oxygen therapy
Find out what home oxygen therapy is and whether you could benefit from it. We also have information on getting home oxygen therapy delivered and using it safely.

If you’re living with a lung condition, you may be offered home oxygen therapy if your blood oxygen levels are persistently low. We’ve put this information together to explain what home oxygen therapy is, why it’s used as a treatment and who can benefit from using it.

11/21/2025

Lung capacity shows how much air your lungs can hold. Performing breathing exercises can improve your lung capacity over time.

As we age, our lung capacity and function decrease. Read on to learn how to increase lung capacity with these easy breathing exercises.

11/13/2025

Oxygen Concentrators
An oxygen concentrator is a medical device that separates nitrogen from the air around you so you can breathe up to 95% pure oxygen. You may need an oxygen concentrator if you have a condition that affects your breathing. Some oxygen concentrators are stationary and run on electricity. Others run on batteries and are portable.

An oxygen concentrator is a medical device that purifies the air around you so you can breathe in more oxygen.

10/27/2025

A home oxygen concentrator is prescribed for patients who need constant oxygen while they are at home and/or asleep. In this video, we will explain the parts of home concentrators, how they work and how to take care of them. Always consult your doctor if you have questions about your oxygen therapy prescription and using your oxygen device.

A home oxygen concentrator is prescribed for patients who need constant oxygen while they are at home and/or asleep. In this video, we will explain the parts...