Research Article: Prevalence and Associated Factors of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Among Adults in Neno District, Malawi: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Study
Introduction:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is among the chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs), is an increasing public health concern in Africa. COPD affects % of the global population or million people and it is the th most prevalent cause of years of life lost globally , and the fourth leading cause of death. The current Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) defines COPD as “a heterogeneous lung condition characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms (dyspnea, cough, expectoration…
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