Facts About Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a serious lung disease that, over time, makes it hard to breathe.
- It is the 4th leading cause of death in the United States and causes serious, long-term disability.1
- The number of people with COPD is increasing. More than 12 million people are currently diagnosed with COPD and an additional 12 million likely have the disease and don't even know it.2
What Does Optima Have to Offer?
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COPD Resources
COPD Screener
Access the online COPD Screener*
COPD Support
Visit the Better Breathers Club in Virginia Web site*
Additional Resources
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Visit the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Web site*
American Lung Association
Visit the American Lung Association Web site* or call 1-800-LUNGUSA
National Institute of Health Senior Health
Visit the National Institute of Health Senior Health Web site*
Quick Links
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1. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/copd/
2. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/copd/
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