About Us
For more information about COPD, or for other research studies currently enrolling participants, please see these associated websites:RSVP for Health
The Research Study Volunteer Program, RSVP for Health,
is a registry where individuals interested
in clinical research (sometimes called clinical trials) can register to receive information about
research studies. All medical advances arise out of a partnership between physician scientists
studying ways to improve health and lessen the burden of disease, and the patient or volunteer
without whom medical progress would cease.
MedlinePlus COPD Page
MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health's Web site for
patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, it brings you
information about diseases (including COPD), conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus
offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, for free.
COPD Foundation
The COPD Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization
whose mission is to develop and
support programs which improve the quality of life through research, education, early diagnosis,
and enhanced therapy for persons whose lives are impacted by Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
Alpha-1 Foundation
The Alpha-1 Foundation is dedicated to providing the leadership
and resources that will result in
increased research, improved health, worldwide detection, and a cure for Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency.
NHLBI
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) provides
global leadership for a research,
training, and education program to promote the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, and blood
diseases and enhance the health of all individuals so that they can live longer and more fulfilling lives.