Learn More, Breathe Better

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is a serious lung disease that, over time, makes it hard to breathe. It is the 4th leading cause of death in the United States and causes serious, long-term disability. The number of people with COPD is increasing. More than 12 million people are currently diagnosed with COPD and an additional 12 million likely have the disease and don’t even know it.

The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) has developed a national campaign—Learn More Breathe Better —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.

I am honored to be asked to become involved in this campaign - I am happy to help spread the word.

If you or someone you love has COPD, please visit the NHLBI website for valuable information in living with the disease. If you suspect that you might have COPD, visit the site and take steps toward getting a diagnosis and beginning a treatment plan.

How can you help the Campaign? Click Here.

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August 28, 2008  Tags: , ,   Posted in: COPD - FAQs, COPD - Living With It, COPD - Support, Education and Advocacy, COPD - What Is It?, Wednesday's Featured Site

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