The arrival of cold weather can exacerbate the condition, causing difficulty in breathing due to airway irritation, pollution ...

Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to one of the leading causes of illness and death in the United States — yet one ...

Researchers in Japan are testing whether oxygen can be delivered through the human intestine. The method—tested in animal ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is an inflammatory chronic lung disease that leads to obstructed airflow. It typically develops slowly, but it’s progressive, meaning its symptoms ...

Rising air pollution is more than just an annoyance, it’s a serious threat for people with asthma and COPD. From smoggy ...

“Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, also known as COPD, is a group of diseases that block airflow into the lungs making it difficult for a person to breathe. Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis are ...

Sep. 22—(Family Features) Take a deep breath. Now ask yourself: When was the last time you thought about breathing? For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), breathing is often ...

Lung diseases are a major global health concern. Many conditions begin silently with subtle signs. Early detection of symptoms like breathlessness, persistent cough, and fatigue is vital. This allows ...

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious lung disease that clogs airways, causing a chronic cough and a lot of phlegm. Severe symptoms can often flare up suddenly. "There's been a ...

Lung issues are rising, and doctors say a quick 1-minute breathing check can reveal early signs of irritation or tightness ...

COPD is a group of lung diseases that get worse over time. It prevents airflow to the lungs, causing breathing problems and ...