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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

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CB85-1233
Language
English
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Respiratory Services, Cobequid Community Health Centre

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disorder. COPD can be chronic (ongoing) bronchitis, emphysema, or a combination of both. This pamphlet identifies persons at risk for COPD, the signs and symptoms to watch for, and how it is diagnosed and managed.

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