These guidelines recommend both pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic interventions to slow the progression of COPD and prevent exacerbations ... and/or health care utilization.

Acute exacerbations of COPD are a common presenting problem ... Non-pharmacological interventions (such as rehabilitation, smoking cessation, immunization and compliance with medications), while ...

As a consultant respiratory physician, I see firsthand the serious impact that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease has. For ...