Pulmonary function tests are a group of noninvasive breathing tests that measure how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out and how efficiently your lungs transfer ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for 3.5 million deaths in 2021, according to the World Health Organization. It’s a common ...

For each year of increase in menopausal age, COPD risk was reduced by 1.2%, and current smokers reached menopause 1.402 years earlier than never smokers. Menopausal age has a strong association with ...

If you or someone close to you suffers from chronic shortness of breath, persistent cough, and reduced physical fitness, there is a chance it may be COPD. This is a serious lung disease affecting ...

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers examine the association between the prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and dietary niacin intake. Study: ...