Health Tip
November is National Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) awareness month. COPD is a chronic disease that makes it more difficult to breathe. According to the American Lung Association, early detection and treatment is very important. They suggest that if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you should discuss COPD with your doctor:
Chronic cough
Shortness of breath while doing everyday activities
Frequent respiratory infections
Blueness of the lips or fingernail beds
Fatigue
Producing a lot of mucus
Wheezing