What can I do to prevent my COPD from getting worse?

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) usually results after years of smoking; the best way to keep it from getting worse is to quit. Watch pulmonologist Brian Gelbman, MD, explain why communicating with your doctor about symptoms is also key.

Making a few changes to your daily routines can help you breathe easier with this chronic respiratory condition.

Is this the reason you're wheezing?

Existing health conditions and other factors can put a person at a greater risk for this serious bacterial infection.

Asthma doesn't always develop in childhood. Find out about adult asthma symptoms.

Understand when to seek help. Recognize these red flags that require immediate medical attention.