Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)- Patient Resource Page
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Start Here - General COPD Information
Mayo Clinic
American Thoracic Society
Medline Plus
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
What is COPD?
Smoking and COPD
COPD Causes & Risk Factors
Understanding Treatment Options
Mayo Clinic: Diagnosis & Treatment
COPD: What Are Your Treatment Options?
Treatment: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Managing Your COPD Medications
The Basics of Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Bronchodilators
Do I Need Oxygen Therapy for COPD?
Surgery for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Surgical Procedures for the Treatment of COPD
Clinical Trials for COPD
End Stage COPD and Hospice
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Palliative Care
Programs and Resources
Quit Smoking
State & Community Resources: Smoking & Tobacco Use
CDC: How to Quit Smoking
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Program
Lung Helpline and Tobacco Quitline
Find A Clinical Trial
Palliative Care Provider Directory
Questions to ask your doctor
Should I craft a flare-up plan? If so, how?
What will make my COPD worse and how can I prevent it?
What vaccines do I need?
Am I taking my medications correctly?
When should I use my nebulizer and when should I use my inhaler?
What should I do if I feel my COPD worsening?
What will happen as my COPD progresses?
What type of exercise is right for me?
Are there any dietary changes I can make to improve my COPD?
What do I need to do if I am planning to travel?
How can I continue living as normally as possible?
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