Black Lung Disease and COPD
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COPD - American Lung Association
lungusa.org — “COPD, also known as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, is a very serious disease, and the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. The good news is that COPD is often preventable and treatable.” View full resource at lungusa.org
Most Recently Shared on February 19, 2010 at 6:32 pm By:
Learn more about COPD and find support at http://www.lungusa.org/lung-disease/copd/
COPD and Lung Disease: Protecting Your Lungs - copd - Health.com
health.com — “COPD and Lung Disease: Protecting Your Lungs - copd - Health.com” View full resource at health.com
Most Recently Shared on May 17, 2011 at 1:34 pm By:
12 ways to keep your lungs healthy and strong: http://bit.ly/le49Sk
Understanding COPD: What is COPD?
my.clevelandclinic.org — “Understanding COPD” View full resource at my.clevelandclinic.org
Most Recently Shared on December 3, 2009 at 8:22 pm By:
COPD - COPD: Are You at Risk?
nhlbi.nih.gov — “COPD - COPD: Are You at Risk?” View full resource at nhlbi.nih.gov
Most Recently Shared on July 16, 2010 at 3:36 pm By:
Did you or do you smoke? Could you have #COPD ( #Emphysema )? Learn about the signs & symptoms: http://go.usa.gov/3f2
COPD Awareness - American Lung Association
lungusa.org — “November is COPD Awareness Month.” View full resource at lungusa.org
Most Recently Shared on November 4, 2010 at 3:02 pm By:
November is COPD Awareness Month http://bit.ly/c5kerV @LungAssociation this is great page on #COPD. Learn more...breathe better.
Hospital Readmissions For COPD Highest Among Black Patients
medicalnewstoday.com — “For patients age 40 and over with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), hospital readmissions within 30 days of initial treatment were 30 percent higher among blacks than Hispanics or Asia” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
Most Recently Shared on September 17, 2011 at 7:05 am By:
Hospital Readmissions For COPD Highest Among Black Patients http://mnt.to/3ZHN #asthma
November is COPD Awareness Month - American Lung Association
lungusa.org — “Did you know that COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S.? Or that it affects more than 12 million Americans? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) " which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis " is a term used to describe the obstruction of airflow. As part of our commitment to lung health, the American Lung Association has created new tools for COPD patients and partnering with others to help people with COPD live healthier, more active lives.” View full resource at lungusa.org
Most Recently Shared on November 12, 2009 at 7:39 pm By:
Also, the American Lung Association has helpful info about COPD- you can try that too http://bit.ly/1nLW9z
Awareness of COPD Growing, But More Lung Testing Urged:
health.msn.com — “Awareness of COPD Growing, But More Lung Testing Urged:” View full resource at health.msn.com
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Awareness of COPD Growing, But More Lung Testing Urged: http://on-msn.com/cP29R9
Awareness of COPD Growing, But More Lung Testing Urged
everydayhealth.com — “U.S. survey found 69 now know about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease” View full resource at everydayhealth.com
Most Recently Shared on November 15, 2010 at 4:00 pm By:
Do you what #COPD is? Many Americans remain unaware of this deadly lung condition: http://ow.ly/39476
Inhalers Slow COPD Lung-Function Loss
webmd.com — “People with chronic obstructive lung disease find it harder and harder to breathe. Now a major study shows that inhaled medications can slow this deadly process.” View full resource at webmd.com
Most Recently Shared on August 15, 2008 at 12:22 pm By:
WebMD Health News Inhalers Slow COPD Lung-Function Loss: People with chronic obstruct.. http://tinyurl.com/6dsftr
Awareness of COPD Growing, But More Lung Testing Urged
health.yahoo.net — “FRIDAY, Nov. 12 (HealthDay News) -- A growing number of Americans know about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD), but too many remain unaware of the deadly lung disease, a new survey has found.” View full resource at health.yahoo.net
Most Recently Shared on November 13, 2010 at 5:40 am By:
Awareness of COPD Growing, But More Lung Testing Urged http://bit.ly/c9WRtR
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
emedicinehealth.com — “Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a long-lasting obstruction of the airways that occurs with chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both. This obstruction of airflow is progressive in that it ...” View full resource at emedicinehealth.com
Most Recently Shared on December 22, 2009 at 7:01 pm By:
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease #COPD http://bit.ly/5O9Dxw includes chronic bronchitis and #emphysema
Lung Cancer Diagnosis Aided By Early COPD Detection
medicalnewstoday.com — “According to a new investigation, lung cancer may be detected at an earlier stage by screening individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) early. The study suggests that if clini” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
Most Recently Shared on November 16, 2011 at 1:05 pm By:
Lung Cancer Diagnosis Aided By Early COPD Detection http://t.co/BpLaFXjb #lungcancer
Lung Cancer Diagnosis Through Early COPD Detection
medicalnewstoday.com — “Early screening of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may help to detect lung cancer at an earlier stage, according to a new study.The research, published online” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
Most Recently Shared on November 17, 2011 at 8:05 am By:
Lung Cancer Diagnosis Through Early COPD Detection http://t.co/Ye8SF2xw #lungcancer
Lung Cancer and COPD - Raising Awareness This November - American Lung Association
lungusa.org — “November is both Lung Cancer Awareness Month and COPD Awareness Month. Lung cancer and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) are two of the leading causes of death in America. This November, the American Lung Association is shining a spotlight on these two deadly diseases.” View full resource at lungusa.org
Most Recently Shared on November 1, 2011 at 9:37 pm By:
November is COPD and Lung Cancer Awareness Month! http://t.co/d8X4Tkd1
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