For most people in British Columbia, the family physician provides an entry point into the health care system and a link to secondary care.[1] As the medical professional who initiates inves... Read More
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major cause of chronic morbidity and mortality throughout the world. Today it is the fourth leading cause of death in the world[1] and in Canada.[2]... Read More
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the only chronic disease with increasing mortality, which may mean that it will be the third leading cause of death worldwide by 2020.[1] A recent... Read More
Postoperative pulmonary complications are common, especially in elderly patients with comorbidities. Nearly 5% of all patients undergoing noncardiac surgery experience significant pulmonary... Read More
Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) face many hurdles during their illness. Having the diagnosis made in the first place can be a challenge because access to spirometry may... Read More