COPD management in ATSI communities

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In this episode:

  • COPD is a leading and largely preventable cause of morbidity among First Nations Australians
  • Smoking cessation must be addressed with cultural sensitivity and clinical nuance
  • Spirometry is essential for accurate diagnosis yet remains severely limited and underutilised
  • Inhaler technique and adherence are critical and frequently overlooked
  • Community-driven, multidisciplinary models are key to delivering culturally care

 

Experts: Philippa Cotter, Physiotherapist
Michael Hewson, Pharmacist

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 44 mins

 

This Healthed educational segment is supported by Lung Foundation Australia. The views, information or opinions expressed by the experts are entirely their own and do not necessarily represent those of Lung Foundation Australia

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Last Updated: 3 Jun, 2025

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