Summer heat and humidity can make it hard to breathe for even the healthiest person. For people with COPD, the summer heat can not only mean ... Read More
COPD
COPD: Don’t Treat Your Flu, Prevent It
No one enjoys dealing with the aches, pains and fever that typically come along with the flu. Even if you're a relatively healthy person, ... Read More
CVS To Stop Selling Cigarettes
CVS Caremark Corp., which is shifting into a more substantial role a health care provider, said it will phase out tobacco products by Oct. 1 ... Read More
FDA Approves New COPD Drug
A new drug to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). READ: ... Read More
The Emotional Side Of COPD
Living with COPD may cause fear, anxiety, depression, and stress. Here are some tips to feel more comfortable and relaxed... LIKE ... Read More
COPD: How To Handle Emergencies
If you have COPD, it's very important to know when and where to seek help for your emergency symptoms. LIKE BlackDoctor.org on Facebook! ... Read More
How Is COPD Treated?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of death in the US. It kills more than 120,000 Americans each ... Read More
How To Eat With COPD
If you have trouble breathing, daily activities—even eating a meal—can be a challenge. Healthy eating is particularly important if you have ... Read More
Cured Meat Increases COPD Dangers
People with the lung disease COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) who overdo it on bacon, salami, and other cured meats may be at ... Read More
Sex Challenges In COPD
Shortness of breath during sexual activity is common for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a new, small study ... Read More
3 Ways To Live & Breathe Better With COPD
Once you've been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), it's something you'll be living with for the rest of your ... Read More
The Top Treatments For COPD
When every breath you take is a struggle, you need the latest news and most effective treatments for relieving your COPD symptoms. If you ... Read More