Lung disease - resources

Normal lung anatomy

The lungs are a major part of respiratory system. The function of the respiratory system is to supply the body with oxygen and get rid of carbon dioxide.

Also known as: Resources - lung disease

Information

The following organizations are good resources for information on lung disease:

  • American Lung Association -
  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute -

Resources for specific lung diseases:

Asthma:

  • Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America -
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -
  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute -

Emphysema/COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease):

  • COPD Foundation -
  • National Emphysema Foundation -
  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute -

Cystic Fibrosis:

  • Cystic Fibrosis Foundation -
  • March of Dimes -
  • National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute -

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Review date:
November 2, 2010
Reviewed by:
Jennifer K. Mannheim, ARNP, Medical Staff, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Seattle Children’s Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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