COPD News

Bad lungs stem from childhood

New research hints that how well your lungs function in adulthood and your risk of developing chronic breathing problems is partly determined in childhood.

COPD likelier in shorter people

Shorter people are more likely to have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), say British researchers who looked at more than one million people over age 35.

Inhaled steroids for COPD?

In people who suffer from COPD, adding an inhaled steroid to a so-called "long-acting beta-2 agonist" may do more harm than good, new research hints.

Statins may help COPD

There is "compelling evidence" that statins have benefits in people who suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, more commonly known as COPD.

New vaccine vs. pneumonia

A new vaccine against pneumonia may offer better protection for COPD patients than the currently accepted vaccine, according to recent research.

Treating COPD early adds years

Although there is no cure for COPD, starting treatment early may slow progression of the illness and add years to the lives of sufferers, new research finds.

Common cold a cystic fibrosis cure?

Scientists have renewed hope that gene therapy for Cystic Fibrosis lung disease could be a successful future treatment.

Soy lowers breathing problem risks

Eating high amounts of soy could lower the risk of the breathing disorder known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, researchers report.

COPD linked to mental decline

Severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease appears linked to lower cognitive function in older adults, a new study finds.

COPD: Cutting costs yourself

Individuals suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) can cut healthcare costs by employing a self-treatment program with the judicious use of medications.