Challenging Perceptions of COPD
The PCRS Challenging perceptions of COPD campaign seeks to change attitudes to COPD, by shifting the narrative and focusing on what HCPs can do to more effectively support their patients.
Challenging the Perceptions of COPD
This webinar is part of the PCRS Challenging perceptions of COPD campaign which seeks to change attitudes to COPD.
Health Inequalities
Health inequalities are an exacerbating factor for respiratory conditions and negatively affect patient outcomes. PCRS aims to raise awareness and offers practical resources to help healthcare professionals to mitigate their impact.
Exacerbations, or 'flare-ups', can be common occurrences for some individuals with COPD. These are periods when breathing can be difficult, physical activity is harder and inhalers need to be taken more frequently. They may also require admission to hospital. People with COPD must know these are not normal, and they need to seek help promptly.
Keeping physically active is hugely important for anyone, but particularly for individuals with respiratory conditions. Keeping active and healthy reduces strain on the lungs, maintains muscle strength and enhances symptom management over time. Those living with COPD must understand and prioritise exercise and general wellbeing from the outset. Part of the Challenging Perceptions of COPD campaign, this animation provides a concise guide to supporting people with COPD to remain active and healthy.
Smoking is the primary cause of COPD and, according to NHS figures, is thought to be responsible for 9 in every 10 cases of the condition. Supporting individuals with COPD to stop smoking in a supportive and considerate way is crucial to prevent any further damage to their lungs. Part of the Challenging the Perceptions of COPD campaign, this animation provides a concise guide to addressing smoking in people with COPD.
In this webinar, PCRS leads Carol Stonham, Darush Attar-Zadeh and Dr Steve Holmes will explore, through a series of case histories shared by members, how we can challenge the old negative perceptions of COPD and show how lives can be transformed with the right advice with: