Important - PRACTICE CLOSURE - The practice will be closed from 13:00 on Tuesday 19 November 2024. This closure has been authorised by the Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board to facilitate staff training. If you need to contact the practice during the closure, please telephone 01209 313313 and listen to the options to be directed to another provider.

Leatside Health Centre

Forth Noweth, Redruth, TR15 1AU

Telephone: 01209 313 313

Sorry, we're currently closed. Please call NHS 111

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name for a collection of lung diseases including chronic bronchitis, emphysema and chronic obstructive airways disease. The main symptom of COPD is an inability to breathe in and out properly. This is also referred to as airflow obstruction.

What is COPD?

Useful Links

NHS
Guide to the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and risks of COPD from the NHS

British Lung Foundation
Information and guidance on living with COPD

These links all come from trusted resources but if you are unsure about these or any other medical matters please contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Opening/Clinic Times

  • Monday
    08:00am to 08:00pm
    Telephones only are closed over the lunchtime period 12:30-14:00pm and from 6:00pm
  • Tuesday
    08:00am to 08:00pm
    Telephones only are closed over the lunchtime period 12:30-14:00pm and from 6:00pm
  • Wednesday
    08:00am to 08:00pm
    Telephones only are closed over the lunchtime period 12:30-14:00pm and from 6:00pm
  • Thursday
    08:00am to 08:00pm
    Telephones only are closed over the lunchtime period 12:30-14:00pm and from 6:00pm
  • Friday
    08:00am to 06:30pm
    Telephones only are closed over the lunchtime period 12:30-14:00pm and from 6:00pm
  • Saturday
    CLOSED
  • Sunday
    CLOSED
NHS A-Z Conditions
Find Local Services
Live Well