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COPD: Need-to-know Info

What you need to know about COPD, a growing threat to lung health.

Q&A About Living with COPD

Former smokers help others breathe easier

How those who have COPD can stay active.

Staying Active with COPD

5 tips to prevent COPD from slowing you down

Symptoms and warning signs of COPD.

COPD Symptoms

A look at the most common symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD.

An explaination and common symptoms of COPD.

What Is COPD?

What you need to know about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD.

A list of common causes of COPD including smoking.

What Causes COPD?

A look at the common causes of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD.

Options for COPD treatments.

COPD Treatment Options

If COPD is diagnosed, these are possible treatment options your doctor may recommend.

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Breathing In and Out with COPD

Bill Mayhall maintains a steady pace despite his condition.

COPD: A Long, Hard Ride

Karen Erickson won’t let COPD keep her off her bike.

What Causes COPD?

A look at the causes of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Edna (right) and her friend, Anne.

Living With COPD

Edna Shattuck leads a healthy life despite her diagnosis.

Steps to Manage COPD

10 tips to fight emphysema and chronic bronchitis

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