Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Avoid heartsink moments with early detection of lung cancer
Avoid heartsink moments with early detection of lung cancer

Specialist GP Jo Scott-Jones outlines the risk factors, signs, symptoms and investigations for lung cancer, to aid early diagnosis
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