Today is World COPD day …16 Nov 2022 14:38
We should not forget COPD, imo
A few facts and figures …
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death worldwide, causing 3.23 million deaths in 2019. More than 12.5 million people have been diagnosed with COPD in the United States, but millions more may have the disease without even knowing it. COPD causes serious long-term disability and early death.
There is no cure for COPD, but early diagnosis and treatment are important to slow the progression of symptoms and reduce the risk of flare-ups. COPD treatment can alleviate symptoms, decrease the frequency and severity of exacerbations, and increase exercise tolerance. Treatments include stopping smoking, inhalers and tablets, pulmonary rehabilitation, surgery or a lung transplant.