Learn About Chronic Pulmonary Obstructive Disease (COPD) by NHLBI

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious lung disease. There is no cure, but with a treatment called pulmonary rehabilitation, people can breathe easier, stay active, and improve their quality of life. This video is by Learn More Breathe Better, a national health education program sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Learn More Breathe Better aims to raise awareness about lung health by translating research for public and professional education programs.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious lung disease that includes two main conditions — chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Symptoms include a chronic cough, shortness of breath, lots of mucus, and chest tightness. There is no cure. But with a diagnosis and treatment, people can feel better, stay active, and slow the progression of the disease. Share this video with others to spread the word!

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a serious lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. More than 16 million Americans have been diagnosed with this debilitating lung disease, and it’s estimated that millions more have it and don’t know. Watch NHLBI Breathe Better Network partners — including the COPD Foundation, the Dorney-Koppel Foundation, and the American Lung Association — discuss the importance of partnerships in helping people understand and recognize COPD earlier, so they can get the treatment they need.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a serious lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. What’s it like to live with COPD? Why is talking to your doctor about your diagnosis so important? Watch National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Breathe Better Network partners — including the American Lung Association, Respiratory Health Association, and Atrium Health — share their stories.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a serious lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. The good news is that there are treatment options for COPD. Watch Dr. Jim Kiley, and representatives from Breathe Better Network partners Respiratory Health Association, COPD Foundation, and Dorney-Koppel Foundation share their messages of support for people living with COPD, their caregivers, and other COPD advocates.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a serious lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. Earlier diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference in quality of life for people who have COPD. How many people have COPD? How can we help people recognize the signs sooner? Watch National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Breathe Better Network partners — including Dorney-Koppel Foundation and Atrium Health — share their stories.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a serious lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. Joel Africk discusses what a COPD diagnosis means for the person’s family, including the importance of self-care by caregivers and empowerment by relatives. This video is by Learn More, Breathe Better — a program sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a leading cause of death in the United States. The COPD National Action Plan was created to address the disease by uniting key stakeholders in the fight against it. Watch Dr. Jim Kiley and representatives from Breathe Better Network partners Atrium Health, Respiratory Health Association, and the American Lung Association discuss the impact and importance of the COPD National Action Plan on their work.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States. Watch Dr. Jim Kiley discuss NHLBI’s work to advance the future of COPD research and treatment. This video is by Learn More, Breathe Better — a program sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Our goal is to bring greater visibility to lung health by translating research for public and professional education programs. Dr.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. Common symptoms that people often mistake as normal signs of aging include wheezing, shortness of breath, ongoing coughing, chest tightness, or a combination of all. If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms, talk with a health care provider about getting a breathing test. Share this animation with others to spread the word. Learn more, breathe better at, https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/breathebetter