Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems. These include emphysema , chronic bronchitis, and, in some cases, asthma .

For more information, please visit the following resources:

• CDC - Facts about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) - It Has a Name: COPD
• National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Senior Health: What is COPD?

November is National COPD Awareness Month