Managing my COPD

Take control of your health with these resources to help you manage your chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Active breathing

Breathe easier with this technique to help you control your breathing and clear mucus.

Traffic lights for COPD

Controlling your symptoms and looking after your Rescue Pack.

Using an inhaler

Find out how to prepare, use and clean your inhalers.

Diet and COPD

Why is a healthy diet important for your COPD?.

Take control of your COPD

Relax, plans and prioritise.

Help to quit smoking

Benefits of quitting smoking, and support to help you do it.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Exercises for COPD.

Exercise for Severe COPD

Improve your strength and mobility.

COPD

Frequently asked questions

Hospital to Home service

If you have a hospital stay due to COPD, you can access Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland’s (CHSS) telephone support service.

Once discharged, you (or a carer) can sign up to receive a series of phone consultations for a period of 6 to 12 weeks.

Calls are tailored to your needs. CHSS healthcare professionals can help with things like:

  • self-management of your condition
  • emotional support
  • financial guidance

Call the free advice line on 0808 801 0899.

For information on other support available, visit the CHSS website.

About COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a common group of lung conditions including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.

For more information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options, visit the NHS website.

Further information

Find more information about managing COPD at these websites.

Asthma + Lung UK

My Lungs My Life

NHS