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Patients with COPD in rural areas experience greater morbidity and obstacles to care than those in urban areas. Racial/ethnic minorities and those with low incomes-particularly in rural areas-are also at greater risk of forgoing doctor visits due to cost. Expanded access to health care could address respiratory health inequities.
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