COPD Exacerbations and Lung Loss (IMAGE) American Thoracic Society Caption Smokers and former smokers with COPD exacerbations experience faster lung function loss. Credit ATS Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.