My grandma had emphasema (I cant spell) and so does my dad. Its hard, but there is treatment. If she smokes, get her to stop. Dont let people smoke around her. DONT GO AROUND HER IF YOURE SICK! Bronchitis/Flu/Colds can hit a person with (word I cant spell) harder than others because their lungs arent as strong... just give her lots of hugs.