Hospital-at-home initiatives use innovative technologies and sensors to deliver continuous care, improving patient quality of ...

Chronic lower respiratory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), are the sixth leading cause of ...

Patients with acute COPD exacerbations are seen frequently in the emergency department (ED). Acute exacerbations are associated with significant morbidity, mortality and health care expenditures.

COPD is a serious yet preventable disease, and early intervention can preserve lung function and overall well-being.

A score that measures airflow into and out of your lungs can help diagnose COPD and determine the best treatments. Share on Pinterest PongMoji/Getty Images Spirometry is an important tool for ...

It has been found in a recent study published in Heliyon that individuals who are genetically predisposed to having ...

With the earlier definition of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), patients were essentially defined as having either chronic bronchitis or emphysema, with emphysema classified as a ...

Although COPD is irreversible, with proper management of the symptoms and timely ... whether they are receiving care at home or in a hospital. By lowering the frequency of hospital stays and ...