W elcome to the web page dedicated to "Living With COPD". This site has been developed, written, and is hosted by patients of COPD.
When you can't breathe, nothing else matters® American Lung Association Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, a major cause of death throughout the world, and the third leading cause for disability in the United States. No wonder that when the doctor utters those initials, "COPD" or "Emphysema", for the first time, the individual goes into a state of shock and depression. This web site is dedicated to helping you understand that is
Diagnosis of COPD is not necessarily a death sentence! There are options for the COPD patient! The COPD patient can make the difference!