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• COPD Foundation | Learn More, Take Action and Breathe Better

  The COPD Foundation’s mission is to help millions of people live longer and healthier lives by advancing research, advocacy, and awareness to stop COPD, bronchiectasis, and NTM lung disease.

• How is COPD Diagnosed? | COPD Foundation

  A person may have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) but not notice symptoms until it is in the moderate stage. This is why it’s important to ask your doctor about taking a breathing test.

• What is COPD? - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD Foundation

  Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a term used to describe chronic lung diseases including emphysema, and chronic bronchitis. This disease is characterized by breathlessness. COPD is (cur...

• COPD Stages | GOLD Criteria | COPD Foundation

  Some of the most common questions asked by people with COPD are: "What are the stages of COPD?" "What stage am I in now?" and "What can I expect in the future?" Well, the answer is not as clear-cut as...

• COPD Causes and Risk Factors | COPD Foundation

  Most cases of COPD are caused by inhaling pollutants such as tobacco. Fumes, chemicals and dust found in many work environments are contributing factors. Genetics can also play a role in an individual...

• COPD Treatment and Medications | COPD Foundation

  There are many medications and therapies available to help treat your COPD. Some treatments can decrease breathlessness, increase your ability to do activities, and reduce your risk of exacerbations (...