COPD Publications for Patients and Caregivers - NHLBI, NIH
COPD Publications for Patients and Caregivers Learn more about COPD and its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and management. The following resources include printable and …
COPD What Is COPD? - NHLBI, NIH
Nov 8, 2024 · COPD BasicsLearn who is at risk for COPD, what symptoms to watch for, and how the disease affects the lungs. COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a condition …
COPD - Diagnosis | NHLBI, NIH
Oct 4, 2024 · Your provider will diagnose COPD based on your symptoms, your medical and family histories, and test results. How Does A COPD Diagnosis Affect Your Loved …
Learn More Breathe Better®: COPD - NHLBI, NIH
COPD Journey Video Series Watch this video series to learn more about COPD. NHLBI scientists discuss its diagnosis, management, and prevalence, as well as the COPD National Action …
COPD Videos - NHLBI, NIH
Feb 13, 2024 · What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)? Drs. Jim Kiley and Tony Punturieri from NHLBI’s Division of Lung Diseases explain what you need to know about …
The COPD Caregiver's Toolkit - NHLBI, NIH
Feb 13, 2024 · The COPD Caregiver's Toolkit Information, advice, and tools from Learn More Breathe Better® and Respiratory Health Association to help care for someone with COPD, …
While it’s important for people with COPD to keep fit and keep moving, the weather, pollution, and other outdoor air-related things can trigger COPD symptoms.
COPD and Vaccines: What You Should Know. Each year, thousands of adults in the United States get sick from diseases that could be prevented by vaccines. People with chronic …
COPD is a group of lung diseases including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, or both — that block airflow in the lungs. This makes The most common cause of COPD is smoking.
COPD National Action Plan - NHLBI, NIH
Feb 9, 2021 · Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a debilitating lung condition that affects 1 in 8 Americans age 45 and older. More than 16 million Americans have been …