Effect of a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Intervention on COPD Awareness in a Regional City in Japan

Abstract

In the present study, there was a difference in COPD awareness between the two groups, suggesting that COPD interventions may increase awareness of the disease. However, the level of knowledge regarding COPD remained low and modifications to the intervention are required to improve awareness of the condition, especially among elderly subjects.