COPD articles

Explore our library of COPD articles to learn more about managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. From understanding symptoms and treatment options to lifestyle changes and care strategies, we offer clear, practical advice to help you live well with COPD.

COPD starter kit

COPD starter kit

This collection covers essential information for living with COPD, explained in simple terms. Learn about mental health, coping with stigma, understanding your lung function values, and more.

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  8. Myths and mistakes
How COPD affects mental health
How COPD affects mental health
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a condition that impacts not only your ...
Things I wish my provider had told me about living with COPD
Things I wish my provider had told me about living with COPD
Living with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) can be challenging, and there ...
COPD – a treatable condition
COPD – a treatable condition
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disease without a cure, but that doe ...
I just got an inhaler, how long before I start seeing an improvement? 
I just got an inhaler, how long before I start seeing an improvement? 
That’s a great question! The answer depends on several factors, especially the type of ...
I have COPD, and the thought of exercise scares me
I have COPD, and the thought of exercise scares me
Feeling worried about exercising when you have COPD is common. Many people with this d ...
FEV1, FVC, FEV6 – What do all these lung function values mean?
FEV1, FVC, FEV6 – What do all these lung function values mean?
Understanding your lung function values can give you better insight into your health. ...
Can we stop COPD-shaming once and for all?
Can we stop COPD-shaming once and for all?
A diagnosis of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) often comes with questions ...
All the questions I was too scared to ask when I got my COPD diagnosis
All the questions I was too scared to ask when I got my COPD diagnosis
Getting a COPD diagnosis can feel overwhelming and bring up many questions. Sometimes, ...