Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is, an inflammatory condition of the airway, lungs and their blood vessels, causing the airway to be blocked. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema are different types of COPD, both of which can have significant impacts on quality of life and ability to breathe comfortably. Staying up to date on the latest advances in management can help you make decisions best for you.

Learn more about who is affected by COPD, how it is treated, and important advances in current and emerging treatment by exploring different topics within the portal. High-definition animations and other tools can be found in HD Visual Learning.