Lyn Iemma, aged 75 years at the time of writing, would not describe her life as dramatic. Born and raised in Perth, WA, Australia, this thriving but relaxed city is the place she has always called ...

Around 20% to 25% of individuals with rapidly declining FEV1/FVC trajectories experienced wheezing and usual ...

Columnist Caroline Gainer discusses a study whose findings suggested that respiratory muscle strength training could help ...

In a recent study, Mass General Brigham researchers demonstrated that through low-cost genetic samples that can be obtained from a cheek swab or blood test, they can improve identification of people ...

Researchers developed a new COPD-ES questionnaire for healthcare professionals to improve the management of stable chronic ...

Finding it hard to breathe when you lay down is medically called orthopnea. Find a list of potential causes to help narrow ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a condition that affects more than 14 million U.S. adults, is marked by damage ...

Long-term smokers often have a chronic cough. They may get used to it, and perhaps also to being winded after climbing stairs.But there are good reasons to take these symptoms seriously, as they can ...

Despite affecting over 30 million Americans, COPD remains dangerously underdiagnosed. As a leading cause of death, this chronic respiratory disease continues to claim lives, yet awareness and early ...

Many serious conditions start with symptoms that appear harmless, making it crucial to pay attention to your body's signals.

A new study highlights the multiple obstacles patients face before receiving a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ...