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Monday, 21 October 2024
Half don’t know they have this condition
ONE in 13 Australians over 40 have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but only half are aware of it. COPD, a leading cause of avoidable hospitalisations, causes breathing difficulties and has no cure. To improve care, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care released the first national COPD care standard, endorsed by 20 health bodies. Early diagnosis via spirometry and treatment, including quitting smoking and pulmonary rehabilitation, can help manage symptoms and prevent flare-ups
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