Register to attend “COPD: Protect Your Lungs for Life — A Learn More Breathe Better® Webinar” on October 10 at 2:00 p.m. ET! Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is more common in older adults, but people of all ages can take steps to protect the health of their lungs., Symptoms of COPD include shortness of breath, cough, wheezing, chest tightness, and fatigue. These can get worse over time. Sudden flare-ups of symptoms are called exacerbations. You should seek medical attention when symptoms occur., LIVING BETTER WITH COPD By getting ahead of your symptoms and talking about them with your healthcare provider regularly, you can put yourself on the path to a better quality of life. Healthy lungs expand to fill with air and then bounce back to their original shape when air is exhaled, retaining lung structure and moving air quickly in and out., Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is more common among older adults, but looking after your lung health is a good idea at any stage in life. With this infographic, learn how to protect your lung health, recognize the symptoms of COPD, and manage the disease, no matter how old you are., The American Lung Association COPD State Briefs address the burden of COPD and health inequities that exist for each state, including prevalence, mortality, and hospitalizations. The briefs highlight how COPD is more likely to impact people with lower income and educational levels., Download COPD: Portraits of Lung Health at Any Age Infographic (JPEG) Download COPD: Portraits of Lung Health at Any Age Infographic (PDF) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a serious condition that makes breathing difficult. Follow these tips to bring your lung health into focus — at any age. I’m in my 20s or 30s..