Clinical Resources

The Australian Lung Foundation has developed a range of clinical resources that support general practice in the diagnosis and management of COPD.

• COPD-X Guidelines
• Stepwise Management of Stable COPD
• COPD Action Plan
• Primary Care Respiratory Toolkit
• COPD Online: A Training Program for Primary Care Nurses
• Quitting Smoking at any age is beneficial
• COPD Screening Devices in General Practice
• COPD Symptom Check Flyer
• COPD Symptom Check Poster
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Fact Sheet
• Medical Benefit Schedule (MBS) item numbers for COPD

Patient Resources

The Australian Lung Foundation also produces patient resources which general practice may find valuable in helping their patients.  These resources are listed hereunder: 

• Breathe Easier - Your Guide to COPD
• Save Your Breath: Information for People Recently Diagnosed with COPD
• Better Living with COPD - A Patient Guide
• Getting Started on Home Oxygen

To order copies of any of these resources go to Patient Education Order Form or call 1800 654 301.

Patient Support

The Australian Lung Foundation maintains a database of patient support groups around the country. To find the support group nearest to your patient go to Patient Support Groups or call 1800 654 301.

The Australian Lung Foundation also maintains a database of pulmonary rehabilitation programs. To find the program nearest to your patient go to Programs or call 1800 654 301.

Content Updated: October 21, 2011