Asthma and COPD share similar breathing symptoms, often leading to confusion and misdiagnosis. Know key differences, risks of ...

“Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, also known as COPD, is a group of diseases that block airflow into the lungs making it difficult for a person to breathe. Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis are ...

Pharmacists can play an integral role in the management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to Dave Millar, BSc(Pharm), a hospital pharmacist and a consultant with Agro Health ...

COPD is a chronic lung disease that makes breathing difficult. According to the American Lung Association, it’s the third leading cause of death in the U.S. Doctors diagnosed Monica Westhoff with lung ...

Helping a loved one quit smoking can slow chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) progression and prevent worse symptoms. You can research nicotine replacement options and support groups. Gentle, ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term for lung conditions that block airflow. For people with COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, physical activity can be ...

Worldwide, it ranks as the fourth leading cause of death alongside HIV/AIDS. What makes this disease more alarming is the fact that half of the people who are afflicted with the disease are not even ...

COPD requires regular monitoring through tests like spirometry to assess the condition’s severity and aid in an individualized treatment plan. COPD is a progressive lung condition that makes breathing ...

COPD patients need to exercise extra caution in winter. Avoiding pollutants, staying active, using inhalers correctly, and keeping vaccinations up to date are vital (Image: Pexels) Chronic Obstructive ...