During and after an exacerbation, mental recovery involves taking care of both your physical and mental health. Resting, ...

Researchers have identified new lung function and blood test cutoffs to improve timely chronic hypercapnia management in ...

Lifestyle modifications are an integral part of a COPD management plan. Patients should monitor their activity levels, avoiding excessive exertion while still staying physically active.

Injurious falls are common among people with COPD in the 2 years before death, with some medications tied to higher fall risk.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a manifestation of structural violence, the process through which societies ...

The following is a summary of “Dose-response relationship between Life's Essential 8 score and COPD risk: the NHANES cohort ...

You must go to a doctor to know for sure whether you have COPD. That’s because there are things to consider for a diagnosis. Some people have asthma and COPD at the same time. If you have ...

Mechanically ventilated patients’ respiratory function can be improved with pulmonary rehabilitation, especially IMT and NMES.

In conclusion, COPD is a global disease, with increasing prevalence and health-related impact. The loss of FEV 1 may be slowing down, but what is really needed is an intervention that improves it ...

are now considered a vital aspect of COPD management. These programs aim to improve lung function, decrease symptoms, and enhance patients’ overall quality of life. For women, the integration of ...

This is followed by an update on the approach to the management of the different types of small lung nodules. This article discusses the diagnostic approach to pulmonary nodules, and the clinical ...