A diagnosis of COPD can be an overwhelming experience for patients. The Australian Lung Foundation has developed a range of resources that clearly explain what COPD is, how you get COPD, how it is diagnosed, and importantly, the steps people can take to improve their symptoms, improve their quality of life and stay out of hospital.

Resources

	Pharmacy Guild Self Care Fact Card Self care fact cards are an excellent counselling tool for pharmacists and provide information in a way that is easy for customers to understand. You can order these through the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia by visiting http://www.psa.org.au/    129.24 Kb  PSA Self Care Fact Card
	Breathe Easier - Your Guide to COPD This brochure explains to a newly diagnosed patient in simple language what COPD is and, importantly, that there are things he/she can do to improve their symptoms, stay active and stay out of hospital. To order copies of this brochure fill in the order form or call 1800 654 301. Breathe Easier - Your Guide to COPD
	Better Living with COPD - A Patient Guide This comprehensive handbook is written in simple language and gives detailed information about the lungs, COPD and how a patient with COPD can help themselves to stay as well as possible.  This Guide is available on-line by chapter or you can order a copy of the Guide by filling in the order form. Go to Better Living with COPD - A Patient Guide

Content Updated 10 November 2009