How much do you know about NTM lung disease and it’s connection to COPD?

Posted on December 05, 2019   |   

This article was written by Jane Martin, BA, RCP

How much do you know about nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) lung disease and how people living with COPD can be more susceptible to the disease? These informative new videos will help you learn more about NTM lung disease and what steps you can do to limit exposure. Our expert speaker, Dr. Pamela McShane, provides valuable insights on the causes and signs of NTM lung disease as well as information about how those with the disease can participate in a research registry designed to increase knowledge of NTM lung disease.


An introduction to NTM Lung Disease

How much do you know about NTM lung disease and its connection to COPD? This helpful video will give you a brief overview of the disease and how it is contracted.

An introduction to NTM Lung Disease. Click to watch the video.


The Bronchiectasis Research Registry

Learn more about how you can participate in research projects for individuals with bronchiectasis and NTM lung disease.

The Bronchiectasis Research Registry. Click to watch the video.


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  • I have watched the videos and I am so surprised to learn about this. I have never heard of it before. Thank you for addressing it and letting us know to discuss it with our Drs. looking forward to learning more about it.
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