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Newly diagnosed
Understand what COPD means, what may happen next and what to ask at your appointments.
Read the newly diagnosed guide →Living with COPD
Clear information for everyday life with COPD.
COPD affects people differently. Use these focused guides to understand your condition, prepare for appointments, manage difficult days and find the right professional support.
Practical guides
What do you need help with?
Each page gives a short overview, practical questions and links to trusted NHS or NICE information.
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Managing breathlessness
Plan activity, use positions that may help and know when breathlessness needs urgent assessment.
Read about breathlessness →03
COPD flare-ups
Recognise meaningful changes from your normal and follow your individual action plan.
Read about flare-ups →04
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Learn how supervised exercise and education may improve confidence, fitness and wellbeing.
Read about pulmonary rehabilitation →05
Supporting someone
Offer practical and emotional support without taking away the person’s independence.
Read the carers’ guide →06
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