The Best Resources for People Living With COPD
Life with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can be a daily challenge, but that doesn’t mean you have to go it alone. The resources below can help you learn more about your condition, connect with others in the COPD community, participate in clinical trials, and even obtain financial assistance for treatment.
Organizations
American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST Foundation)
The CHEST Foundation provides education related to COPD, including information on symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment.
American Lung Association
The American Lung Association offers facts, insights and the latest news on COPD research. The site also helps connect you with programs and services to help support you on your COPD journey.
COPD Foundation
A not-for-profit organization created in 2004, the COPD Foundation supports research, education, and advocacy programs. Its website can connect you with a community of patients and caregivers affected by COPD.
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
This website from the U.S. National Institutes of Health provides an A-to-Z guide to health topics, including a section on COPD. You’ll find general background on the disease along with specific information on testing and treatment.
Respiratory Health Association (RHA)
Operating since 1906, the RHA hosts conferences for people living with COPD, and sends out inspirational newsletters. It also provides education on managing COPD with comorbidities, such as heart disease, osteoporosis, and diabetes.
American Thoracic Society
This medical society is dedicated to accelerating the advancement of global respiratory health. The site lists events related to awareness, prevention, and treatment COPD. It also provides guidance on COPD treatment.
American Association for Respiratory Care
Designed for healthcare professionals, the organization offers tips for caring for patients with COPD and provides insights into research and the future of COPD care.
