Breathing Better: COPD w/ Dr. Cory Yamashita

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is expected to affect one in four Canadians in their lifetime, yet many people may not recognize the symptoms until the disease has progressed. Often linked to smoking, COPD causes breathing difficulties that can develop gradually over months or years, making it easy to mistake symptoms for normal ageing. On this episode of the DocTalks Podcast, Dr. Cory Yamashita, Division Chair of Respirology at St. Joseph’s Health Care London, joins us to discuss the symptoms and risk factors of COPD, the potential long-term effects of vaping and why quitting smoking can make a significant difference for your lung health.

Note: The content of St. Joseph’s DocTalks Podcast is for informational purposes only. The material is not intended for and should not be used as a substitute for direct medical advice from a licensed health care practitioner. 

Brought to you in partnership with St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation. Produced by The Pod Cabin and Emily Mackey.