Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD Key Takeaways Quitting smoking is the most important step to manage COPD.Regular exercise can help improve lung function and increase lung capacity.Breathing ...

While chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can make exercise more challenging, regular physical activity may actually improve your symptoms and make it easier to perform everyday tasks. In addition ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory disorder characterised by persistent airflow limitation and chronic inflammation. Beyond its primary pulmonary manifestations, ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for 3.5 million deaths in 2021, according to the World Health Organization. It’s a common ...

Certain neighborhood characteristics, including higher poverty, more uninsured residents, and lower educational attainment, may lead to an increase in COPD-related emergency department visits and ...

November is National Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Awareness Month. It’s time to raise awareness about lung disease within our communities. By understanding the causes, reducing our risk ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains a substantial contributor to morbidity and mortality in the United States with an estimated 3.8% age-adjusted prevalence and 141,733 COPD deaths ...

New Global Burden of Disease data show sustained mortality declines; however, noncommunicable diseases, climate exposure, and ...

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