Williams, Jonathan2008-04-072008-04-072008-04-07https://hdl.handle.net/11299/5886The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a common disease amongst smokers with a 60 or more pack-year history of smoking. This document was created to help patients understand some basic information about the disease and the basics of medical treatment for this disease.en-USPatient Education ToolCOPDOther