11/13/2025
🌬️ November is National Respiratory Month
Focusing on COPD Awareness
November is recognized as National Respiratory Month, with a special focus on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month. This month aims to raise awareness about COPD and other lung diseases, promote early diagnosis, and encourage better management through education and innovation.
🫁 What to Know:
COPD Awareness Month: November shines a spotlight on COPD — a group of progressive lung diseases including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
Focus on Awareness: Millions of Americans are living with COPD, and many remain undiagnosed. Education and early detection are key.
Themes for 2025:
Missing Millions / What is COPD?
Innovation in COPD (Therapies) Week
Patient Resources & Medicare
Health and Wellness Week
Early Diagnosis Matters: The sooner COPD is diagnosed, the better the outcomes. With today’s treatments, many individuals can continue to breathe easier and live fuller lives.
Beyond Smoking: While smoking is the leading cause, environmental, occupational, and genetic factors can also contribute to COPD.
Get Involved: Support the cause by attending awareness events, visiting organizations such as the COPD Foundation or American Lung Association, or by taking steps toward improving your own lung health.
