Lung diseases are a major global health concern. Many conditions begin silently with subtle signs. Early detection of ...

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is characterized by the progressive deterioration of the lungs and airway ...

A European consortium of researchers has developed a new decision making framework for health professionals which they hope ...

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Long-term exposure to black carbon (BC) is associated with an increased risk for developing asthma and chronic obstructive ...

Even at home, there may be risk factors that may be silently pushing you towards COPD. Find out what they are so that you can change them.

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A shock survey by charity Asthma + Lung UK reveals that more than 90% of people with COPD are receiving inadequate care ...

There are a number of reasons more women are getting the progressive lung disease.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, a lung and airway disease, is mired in myths. Pulmonologist Dr Raja Dhar shares COPD facts to raise awareness. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is ...

Campaigners say better diagnosis could save many lives.