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COPD Public Policy Issues COPD Foundation

WebExisting prevention efforts focused on important issues like tobacco control, clean air, healthy workplaces and more must be amplified and should explore how those with …

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Nutrition for Someone with COPD COPD Foundation

WebA person with COPD needs an extra 430-720 calories a day, just to do the work of breathing! Being overweight can be a serious problem, too. It may keep your lungs from …

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Hospital to Home COPD Foundation

WebIt is important to remember that most COPD flare-ups can be easily treated outside the hospital. Only a small fraction of people with COPD who have to stay overnight in the …

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COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on COPD Patients

WebThe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had a devastating impact on health worldwide, resulting in excess morbidity and mortality, especially among …

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MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT-What COPD Patients Need to Know

WebNot much about the fall of 2020 feels routine but some things go on as usual and that means the open Medicare enrollment season. You may be reading this and say …

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COPD 101 COPD Foundation

WebCOPD 101 is an overview of key clinical concepts for COPD, including risk factors, epidemiology, screening and diagnostics, and treatment strategies. This presentation is …

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IMPACT Lung Health COPD Foundation

WebDespite being the 4th leading cause of death and the 3rd most common cause of disability in the U.S., COPD research ranks 176th in federal funding 1. We advocate for increased …

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Your Lungs and the Environment COPD Foundation

WebRoughly 15% of all COPD cases in Western societies have been attributed to occupational exposures. While certain exposures such as asbestos, silica dust, and …

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The COPD Foundation Launches COPD Awareness Month in …

WebPatients, Clinicians, and Supporters Join Forces to Champion Lung Health Research, Education, and Advocacy MIAMI & NEW YORK, (Oct. 31, 2023) - November …

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Why is it important to use your COPD inhalers

WebRegular and correct use of inhaled medicines helps control symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, your medicines will only work …

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Beyond the Lungs: How COPD affects the body COPD Foundation

WebA lot of time is spent by educators teaching others about how COPD affects the lungs. We know that COPD can cause breathing problems for a couple of reasons. …

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Take Action Policy and Advocacy COPD Foundation

WebThe COPD Foundation community works with local, state, and federal policy makers to increase research funding, improve care delivery, protect access to treatments, and …

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The COPD Pocket Consultant Guide Healthcare Provider Track

WebThe Healthcare Provider Track of The COPD Pocket Consultant Guide (PCG) mobile app, available for both iOS and Android is designed to support the treatment and …

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COPD Population Management in the Home Health Setting

WebWhat is population health management? Population Health Management--or PHM--is defined as a health-care approach which focuses on “the health outcomes of …

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Motivating your Patients to Change Behavior PRAXIS

WebThis article is based upon the Pulmonary Empowerment Program webinar, “Motivating the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Patient to Lifestyle Modification: …

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COPD Foundation Educational Materials

WebCOPD Foundation Guides for Better Living are comprehensive educational booklets for use by individuals with COPD and their families, pulmonary rehabilitation programs, COPD …

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COPD360coach COPD Foundation

WebPeer Health coaches are patients or caregivers (peers) who are trained to support other patients and help them manage their condition. For example, peer health coaches can …

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Lace-Up For Lungs & COPD Awareness COPD Foundation

WebHere are some ways you can become a Lung Health Champion during COPD Awareness Month: Join the Lace Up for Lungs Challenge: We're challenging our community to get …

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Press Releases COPD Foundation

WebCOPD Foundation press releases. The COPD Pocket Consultant Guide. Healthcare Provider Track; Patient & Caregiver Track

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