COPD Foundation aims to raise awareness with World COPD Day
By HME News Staff
Updated 12:37 PM CST, Wed November 19, 2025
MIAMI – The COPD Foundation joins lung health champions around the world in recognition of World COPD Day on Nov. 19 to raise awareness, share knowledge and take action to reduce the burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease worldwide. This year’s World COPD Day focuses on “Short of Breath, Think COPD” and highlights the importance of early diagnosis of COPD. “COPD is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, yet many of those don’t yet know they have the disease,” said Jean Wright, M.D., CEO of the COPD Foundation. “If someone is experiencing breathlessness, chronic cough, or recurring respiratory infections, they should talk to their health care provider. Early diagnosis of COPD can lead to improved quality of life and health outcomes.” COPD affects more than 30 million Americans and is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, yet awareness of the disease’s symptoms, risk reduction methods and management remain poor, the organization says. For more information about how to get involved with COPD Awareness Month activities and become a lung health champion, visit copdfoundation.org.
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