COPD - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

QUICK FACTS:

1. COPD is the 4th leading cause of death in the US.
2. Nearly 11 million U.S. Adults have COPD.
3. Another 24 million U.S. Adults may be undiagnosed.
4. Smoking is the primary risk factor for COPD.
5. COPD is comprised of two diseases - Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema.

WWW.LUNGUSA.ORG is the American Lung Association's Web site and they have great information about COPD. Just click on their "COPD Center" section once you get there.

FOR THE PRACTITIONER:

WWW.GOLDCOPD.COM  has research studies and help guides designed to assist practitioners in the diagnosis and treatment of COPD.