“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 ...

Wheezing has many possible underlying explanations, but knowing when to seek help from a pulmonologist is important.

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 ...

Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are chronic respiratory diseases that cause breathing difficulty and coughing. Both conditions share similar symptoms. Understanding their ...

Finding out that you or a loved one has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can feel overwhelming. But the good news is that simple strategies for COPD self-care, along with following your ...

Wheezing is a high-pitched lung sound that’s caused by your breath passing through narrowed airways. Wheezing can be caused by any condition that limits your airflow. ‌ Asthma and chronic obstructive ...

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

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) happens when you repeatedly stop breathing during sleep. These pauses are temporary, but they’ll partially wake you up. This can make it difficult to get a good night’s ...

MOLINE, Ill. — November is COPD Awareness Month, and for people like Allan Geiger of Moline, every breath is something to work for. Geiger struggled with shortness of breath before reaching out to the ...