Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung disorder that typically occurs in older adults with a history of smoking. READ MORE
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Caring for Someone with COPD
Caregivers provide crucial support for people living with COPD. Here’s what to know about providing care for others, and for yourself.
Cuidar a alguien con EPOC
Los cuidadores proporcionan apoyo crucial a personas que viven con EPOC. Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber para cuidar a otros y a ti.
Navigating COPD in Rural America
Living in a rural area can affect your COPD. Here’s what you need to know.
Control de la EPOC en áreas rurales de Estados Unidos
Vivir en un área rural puede afectar tu EPOC. Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber.
FAQs About COPD
From early symptoms to genetics and treatment, here’s what experts want women to know about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Preguntas frecuentes sobre la EPOC
Desde los primeros síntomas hasta la genética y el tratamiento, aquí encontrarás lo que los expertos quieren que las mujeres sepan sobre la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica
Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About COPD
Pulmonologist Suzette A. Garofano, M.D., answers questions about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Conversación clínica: Preguntas y respuestas sobre la EPOC
La neumóloga Suzette A. Garofano, M.D., contesta preguntas sobre la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica
How Air Quality Affects COPD
From dust to dander and from car exhaust to wildfire smoke, air pollutants — both indoors and outdoors — can worsen COPD symptoms. Here’s what to know about reducing your exposure.
En qué forma la calidad del aire afecta las EPOC
El polvo, la caspa, el gas de escape y el humo de incendios forestales, es decir, contaminantes del aire en interiores y exteriores, pueden empeorar los síntomas de EPOC. Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber para reducir tu exposición.
Stigma Can Be a Barrier to COPD Care
People living with COPD who have a history of smoking often blame themselves. That stigma could prevent them from seeking help.
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: Why COPD Is the 6th Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.
Jean Wright, CEO of the COPD Foundation, and Demeshia Montgomery, COPD patient advocate, share a powerful conversation on battling COPD and the fight for awareness
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.
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