COPD Health Professionals & Educators

In this section, you will find resources from the American Lung Association and our partners to increase your COPD knowledge and better support your patients living with COPD.

COPD Guidelines and Treatment

COPD guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations to ensure the highest-quality COPD care. There are many approved treatments for COPD. Here you will find guidelines and resources to provide best practice care.

Expand Your Knowledge

Take a training, educational course, find resources and learn more about COPD trends data.

Spirometry

Spirometry, or pulmonary function test, is the gold standard for diagnosing COPD.  This objective measure can also guide COPD management. There are tools available to help you with implementing and interpreting spirometry in your practice.

Medications  

Medication therapy is an important step to managing COPD. In this section you will find medication charts, medication videos and instructional handouts.

Tobacco and Vaping  

Smoke from tobacco products and vaping puts people with COPD at risk for exacerbations and can advance their COPD progression. Exposure to secondhand smoke can also exacerbate COPD symptoms. Quitting smoking is one of the most important steps patients can take to manage their COPD. Cessation resources are located here.

Understanding and Living with COPD (Patient Resources)

Here, you will find patient educational videos, worksheets, and support programs to improve a patient’s understanding of living with COPD.

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