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COPD

Overview

A group of progressive lung diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that cause breathing difficulties and reduced airflow over time.

Learn About COPD

A Simple Guide to Understanding COPD

Learn the basics of COPD, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment options, with this easy-to-understand guide for patients and caregivers.

COPD and Cold Weather: How to Protect Your Lungs

Learn how to protect your lungs, manage flare-ups, and stay healthy during the colder months.

How COPD Affects Your Body: What You Need to Know

Learn the symptoms of COPD, how it progresses, and what to expect when managing this chronic respiratory condition.

The Link Between Smoking and COPD: Make a Plan to Quit

Learn how smoking leads to COPD, why quitting is crucial, and how strategies can help you break the habit and protect your long-term lung health.

Tips for Breathing Easier When You Have COPD

Discover practical tips to help you breathe easier with COPD, from lifestyle changes to breathing techniques that support better lung health every day.

Understanding the Tests that Diagnose COPD

Learn about the key tests used to diagnose COPD, including spirometry and imaging, so you can better understand your lung health and treatment options.