Challenges for the 21st Century: Chronic and Disabling Conditions

New Data Profile on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Is Available from the Center on an Aging Society

The Center on an Aging Society has just released the sixth in a series of Data Profiles on chronic and disabling conditions. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A chronic condition that limits activities, examines the extent to which the condition affects daily life, including participation in the work force and activities at home. Some 25 percent of people with COPD, but only 7 percent of people without the condition, report that it is somewhat or very difficult or not possible to participate in social activities. The profile also reports that health service use and health care expenditure are high for people who have COPD.

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