Lung Foundation Australia
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The vision of the foundation is to ensure lung health is a priority for all in Australia through the provision of leadership, advocacy, information, support for research, patient and carer support, clinical resources, education and training.
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Can other factors besides smoking cause emphysema?
In Australia, COPD usually occurs in people who have smoked or continue to smoke cigarettes. However, it can be caused by environmental or genetic factors.
Other known causes of COPD include:
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What is pursed-lip breathing and why is it recommended when exercising?
Pursed lip breathing is an example of prolonged expiration breathing, a technique used to control or reduce breathlessness. The purpose of prolonged expiration breathing is to try to reduce the amount of air trapped…
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What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
The term Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) covers long term lung conditions which are characterised by shortness of breath, such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Whilst each condition can occur on its own, many…
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Can chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) be prevented?
Yes. Most COPD is caused by exposure to cigarette smoke. Avoiding this exposure is your best protection. If you smoke, quit. There are benefits to quitting smoking at any age. And…
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What are the negative effects of COPD?
COPD is a progressive disease that can seriously affect every part of your life, particularly as the disease progresses. Appropriate management can reduce symptoms. Contact The Australian Lung Foundation for information on steps…
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