A new report sets out to provide a comprehensive view of COPD care in the United States. COPD is the third-leading cause of death in US, but compared to other chronic diseases, COPD research ...

Most nurses, not just specialist nurses, will routinely encounter people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in their care. Although there is no cure for this progressive respiratory disease, ...

The authors outline preventative pharmacologic therapies for COPD exacerbations and a patient-tailored approach to management.

Join Drs Leah Witt and Anand Iyer as they discuss the benefits of partnering with your palliative care team for patients living with advanced COPD.

Prioritizing communications between patients and health care providers and increasing patient education about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) could help improve patient care, according to ...

For instance, individuals with COPD are far less likely to receive palliative care than patients with cancer or dementia — diseases typically associated with the end-of-life.

Posters presented at the 2023 American Thoracic Society International Conference called for improvements in care for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pulmonary hypertension.

Prioritizing communications between patients and health care providers and increasing patient education about chronic ...

Even though patients with advanced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can suffer from the same distressing symptoms as those with end-stage cancer, they are less likely to receive ...

Find the Best COPD Care Team for You With the right specialists, you can breathe easier and enjoy a better quality of life. By Maria Masters Published: May 28, 2024 Save Article ...

A new national survey released by the COPD Action Alliance reveals that patients who are diagnosed with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) face serious challenges accessing treatment due to ...

People with schizophrenia are more likely to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), suggesting a possible ...