COPD Lifestyle Support Through Self-management (CALS)

A dramatic shift in population ageing is taking place, which is subsequently leading to a rise in the prevalence of chronic conditions. COPD is one such condition that places a heavy burned on national Health Services. A healthier lifestyle can greatly reduce the speed of conditional decline in those with COPD and therefore provide a better quality of life. This paper investigates how technology can be utilized for lifestyle support through self-management providing participants with the ability to monitor information on their lifestyle, behavior and physiological parameters. This information is analyzed and presented to the participant providing a comprehensive picture of their health and wellbeing. With this information at hand, informed lifestyle decisions and behavioral changes can be made and lead to a better quality of life.