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image of four people seated around a table playing the harmonica--two individuals in the foreground are dressed like mr. and mrs. claus the other two are in plain clothes.

COPD patients find healing, community through harmonicas

December 23, 2024 • 11:29 a.m.

UTMB patients with COPD are eligible to participate in the free support group that meets monthly in Galveston.

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Knowledge is Key to Understanding, Managing COPD

November 20, 2024 • 4:53 p.m.

COPD is a progressive lung disease often linked to smoking, though it may also be tied to genetics or environmental exposure to smoke or other pollutants. Many patients experience symptoms long before seeking medical attention.

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Breathe Easy: Keeping Our Lungs Healthy

October 14, 2021 • 8:00 a.m. by Dr. Shawn Nishi

October is Healthy Lung Month, and November is National Lung Cancer Awareness Month – a perfect time to prioritize our lung health.

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UTMB receives Advanced Center of Excellence in COPD designation

April 24, 2017 • 10:00 a.m.

UTMB has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for its chronic obstructive pulmonary disease program by demonstrating continuous compliance with national standards for health care quality and safety in disease-specific care. UTMB received the commission’s seal after enduring a rigorous on-site review earlier this month.

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