The UK NSC recommendations on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
The UK NSC recommendation on is currently in consultation.Ìý This recommendation is currently being reviewed as part of the UK NSC's regular review cycle of all policies.
The UK NSC welcomes comments and feedback on the expert review during this consultation period.ÌýÌý
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a collection of lung diseases including chronic bronchitis, emphysema and chronic obstructive airways disease.ÌýÌýPeople with COPD have difficulties breathing, primarily due to the narrowingÌý of their airways, this is called airflow obstruction.
Typical symptoms of COPD include:
- increasing breathlessness when active
- a persistent cough with phlegm
- frequent chest infections
ÌýThe most recent review of scientific publications on COPD recommended against a national screening programme to detect Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) at an early stage.
To get involved with his consultation or for further information, please contact Eleanor Sherwin or Wendy Preston.
Page last updated - 28/06/2018