- General Information
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of diseases that cause airflow blockage and breathing-related problems.- Facts About Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary
Disease (COPD) [Español]
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- National Heart Lung and Blood Institute’s ’Learn More Breathe Better’ campaign to increase awareness and understanding of COPD and its risk factors and to underscore the benefits of early detection and treatment in slowing the disease and improving the quality of life.
- Facts About Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary
Disease (COPD) [Español]
- Resources
Reports about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.- Deaths from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — United States, 2000-2005. MMWR November 14, 2008;57(45):1229-1232.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Surveillance — United States, 1971-2000. MMWR August 2, 2002;51(SS-6):1-16.
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Page last modified: April 22, 2009
Content source: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and
Health Promotion, Division of
Adult and Community Health