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What is COPD?

COPD is a preventable and treatable disease characterised by persistent respiratory symptoms and airflow limitation caused by significant exposure to noxious particles or gases. The chronic airflow limitation is caused …

Key facts about COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a common and often undiagnosed cause of morbidity and mortality affecting an estimated 251 million people worldwide Globally, the disease is predicted to be …