lung health
Big picture: Dr. Lindsay Boyk-Pryce “…living with COPD is like carrying a backpack full of bricks…”
In the news: Did you know that COPD is the third leading cause of death worldwide?
As a resident of Arizona, it is very likely that you or someone you know has COPD.
In the spirit of being a good neighbor, here are three ways to manage and understand. COPD:
- Make sure you are up to date on flu, COVID, pneumonia and whooping cough vaccines.
- Take your medicine exactly as prescribed!
- Try to stay physically active if possible.
Arizona COPD FACTS
6.3% of people living in Cochise County have COPD. 10.5% of people living in Cochise County have asthma.
In Cochise County, 17.5% smoke and 31% are obese. Also, 34.7% of people get her less than 7 hours of sleep per night.
The combination of all these habits can have a negative impact on managing COPD.
COPD has a significant impact on a person’s quality of life, Premature death.
COPD patient There is inflammation and structural changes in the lungs. These changes reduce the ability of the lungs to function efficiently.
Raising awareness of COPD and promoting early diagnosis and effective management of the disease is essential.
How to manage COPD
Smoking cessation, pharmacotherapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation are important components of COPD management.
However, please note the following: An individualized treatment plan is required, taking into account individual patient characteristics, comorbidities, and disease severity.
COPD management It requires collaboration between providers, patients, and caregivers. Regular monitoring and follow-up are essential to adjust treatment and improve outcomes.
By working together, we can minimize the burden of COPD and improve the lives of those who suffer from the condition.
There are some startling data on the percentage of people who die each year from chronic lower respiratory diseases, including COPD.
Talk to your doctor and keep an eye on your lung health.
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