Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is now recognized as our nation's most
rapidly growing health problem. It ranks as the 4th most common killer and is the only …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the fourth leading cause of death in the
United States and is increasing in incidence. COPD is easily identified in its early stages by …

• With respect to patients, COPD causes physical impairment, debility, reduced quality of life,
and death. It is the fourth-ranked cause of death in the United States, killing more than …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a preventable and treatable disease that
causes a heavy health and increasing economic burden both in the United States and …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has been a major public health problem
during the 20th century, and will remain a challenge for the foreseeable future. Worldwide …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the most common chronic lung disease in
the world, and its associated health burdens and costs are mounting. Until recently, it was …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) continues to cause a heavy health and
economic burden in the United States and around the world. Some of the risk factors for …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is extremely common; all primary care
physicians should be able to manage this disorder. Probably 30 million Americans are …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by airflow obstruction that is
not fully reversible; symptoms include chronic cough, sputum production, and dyspnea with …

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a preventable and treatable leading
cause of worldwide morbidity and mortality that markedly increases healthcare costs …