Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is a disease that includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis. It makes it hard to breathe and causes shortness of breath, coughing, and chest tightness.

Prevent COPD or manage symptoms by:

• Quitting smoking and avoiding secondhand smoke, chemical fumes, and dust
• Taking prescribed treatments
• Getting flu and pneumonia vaccines
• Remaining as active as possible

Information found at Dailycaring.com