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Pulmonary Clinic at Grande Ronde Hospital: Expert Care for Lung Health

Breathing is vital, and when it becomes difficult, your quality of life suffers. At Grande Ronde Hospital’s (GRH) Pulmonary Clinic, we specialize in providing comprehensive pulmonary care to help you breathe easier. Our pulmonologist is dedicated to diagnosing, treating and managing a wide range of lung and respiratory conditions, ensuring you receive personalized care close to home.

Breathing well is essential to living well. Our Pulmonary Care team is here to support your respiratory health through a range of treatments and therapies. Whether you need breathing treatments, oxygen therapy or mechanical ventilation, our team is here to ensure you receive the best care possible.”
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Comprehensive Pulmonary Services

Our Pulmonary Clinic offers a full range of services, including general, preventive and consultative care. We are committed to early detection and effective treatment of pulmonary conditions to help you maintain optimal lung health. Our services include:

  • Preventive pulmonary care: Regular screenings and personalized advice to prevent respiratory issues before they start
  • Advanced diagnostics: Accurate diagnosis using the latest technology to pinpoint the cause of your symptoms
  • Treatment and management: Comprehensive care for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, sleep apnea and other respiratory conditions
  • Patient education and support: Resources and guidance to help you understand and manage your lung health

Why Choose GRH's Pulmonary Clinic?

Choosing the right care for your lung health is crucial. Here are some of the reasons to trust us when you need lung care:

  • Our technology: We use state-of-the-art technology and the latest treatment protocols to provide the best possible care for our patients.
  • Our approach to care: Our clinic is staffed by experienced pulmonary specialists who provide compassionate, patient-centered care. We are committed to helping you improve your quality of life through effective treatment and ongoing support. Our goal is to help you achieve better lung health and live life to the fullest.
Use this infographic to find out how to spot and prevent COPD flare-ups. (2 min. read)
Reviewed 8/29/2025

How to spot COPD flare-ups

Many COPD flare-ups are due to an infection. They can put you at risk of hospitalization.

Learn how to spot them early on.

COPD flare-ups: How to spot trouble

If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), symptom flare-ups could put you in the hospital. However, knowing the warning signs of a flare-up can help you take action to protect your health.

Learn how to spot a flare-up.

Head symptoms:

  • Fever.
  • Confusion.

Throat symptoms:

  • Increased mucus.
  • Mucus that is yellow, green, tan or bloody.

Chest symptoms:

  • Wheezing or increased wheezing.
  • Increased coughing.
  • Increased shortness of breath.
  • Shallow or rapid breathing that's worse than usual.

Feet/ankle symptoms:

  • Swelling in your feet or ankles.

Avoiding flare-ups:

  • Don't smoke. And avoid other triggers, like pollution and dust or fumes at work.
  • See your doctor and dentist regularly, even when you feel fine.
  • Get a flu shot every year.
  • Ask a healthcare provider about pneumonia and pertussis shots.
  • Avoid crowds during cold and flu season to lower your risk of infection.
  • Drink plenty of water to help keep mucus thin and prevent it from building up in your lungs.
  • Wash your hands regularly and use hand sanitizer to keep germs away.
  • Brush your teeth twice a day.
  • Avoid touching your mouth, eyes and nose to prevent infection.
  • Get plenty of sleep, because you're more likely to get sick when you're tired.

Handling a flare-up:

As soon as you experience signs of a COPD flare-up, contact a healthcare provider. He or she may be able to prescribe medications to prevent hospitalization.

 

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