18/03/2026
Close the Gap Day is a reminder that equity matters, and for our team lung health must be part of the conversation!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience a higher burden of lung disease, shaped by systemic inequities that continue to affect access, outcomes and care.
Lung Foundation Australia is committed to advancing lung health equity and culturally safe approaches across everything we do.
That’s why we’re proud to be delivering Be Deadly, Be Cough Aware - a culturally led campaign designed with community, encouraging mob to listen to their bodies and take action early if a cough doesn’t go away. Strong lungs support strong families, culture and future generations.
Learn more here: becoughaware.com.au
Today, and every day, we remain committed to working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to close the lung health gap, through partnership, respect and action.