November is COPD and Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a long-term lung disease. The disease affects millions of Americans and is a leading cause of disability and death in the U.S. Common risk factors include: smoking environment – inhaling hazardous fumes, air pollution, smoke, dust, chemicals alpha -1 deficiency – an inherited […]
