Managing COPD flare-ups
A COPD flare-up, also known as an exacerbation or “lung attack,” can be caused by a trigger, such as air pollution, scents, or allergens, or by a lung infection caused by a virus or bacteria. They’re one of the main reasons people with COPD have to be hospitalized, and can be...
Breathe easy this summer
By: Dr. Mylinh Duong, Department of Medicine and Respirology We often hear about the health risks associated with weather: car...