It is “the other tobacco disease”. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by permanent obstruction of the lungs and bronchi. Symptoms include coughing, particularly in the morning, shortness of breath and repeated respiratory infections. Ultimately, the risks can be fatal.
This Friday, December 6, 2024, the Douarnenez hospital center (Finistère), in partnership with the Porzay and Ouest Cap-Sizun health centers, is offering, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Douarnenez establishment, stands information, prevention and screening for COPD.
Test your breath
“It must be detected as early as possible because bronchopulmonary lesions are irreversible and no treatment can make them disappear., specifies the hospital. To make an early diagnosis of bronchial obstruction, the only way is to measure the breath. The public is invited to come and test their breath free of charge, without an appointment. »
In France, 3.5 million people are affected by COPD, two thirds of whom are undiagnosed. “Brittany is particularly concerned. It is among the three most affected regions, with a mortality rate 10 to 20% higher than the national average. » COPD and chronic respiratory failure affect 5 to 10% of people over 45, 80% of cases of which are due to smoking.
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