Tag: respiratory disorder
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COPD is 10th Leading Cause of Death in Singapore
According to the Ministry of Health, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the 10th leading cause of death in Singapore. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a respiratory disease that can limit airflow in the lungs and cause breathing difficulties. COPD is an umbrella term that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, said Adjunct Assistant Professor Tan…