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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Understanding the GOLD Guidelines

Understanding the GOLD Guidelines;

As someone with COPD, you may find it helpful to know about the four components of care described in the GOLD guidelines. More
A Guide to Managing COPD
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What Is COPD?
COPD is the name given to a set of diseases that includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. The hallmark symptom of COPD is difficulty breathing.
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Managing COPD
There is no cure for COPD. You can manage symptoms and slow the damage COPD causes to the heart and lungs by getting medical treatment.
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Preventing COPD
The best thing you can do to prevent COPD is to never smoke. If you do smoke, quit.
Health Quiz
Smoking-Cessation Aids Quiz
Here is the latest information about nicotine replacements, inhaler therapy and other aids that can help you stop smoking.