WORLD COPD DAY
World COPD Day is organized by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) in collaboration with health care professionals and patient groups throughout the world. COPD Canada is proud to be a participant in this year's international COPD awareness campaign. Each year GOLD chooses a theme and coordinates preparation and distribution of World COPD Day materials and resources with organizations in each participating country. This years' theme:
Short of Breath, Think COPD
Introducing
our new patient education brochure
Living with COPD
Practical tips and medication information to support your journey with COPD
If you've been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease you probably want to know more about your condition, your medications, available treatments, and assessment tools
Download a free copy of this helpful patient education brochure:
"Short of Breath, Think COPD"
The earlier COPD is detected, the better the outcome
Stated simply, we are arriving late to initiate a disease-modifying therapy for COPD or a preventive measure such as smoking cessation.
Although chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is less common in the young, it’s never too early to protect the lungs. The most important way to prevent COPD is to not smoke cigarettes, don't vape and avoid exposure to second-hand smoke, air pollution, chemical fumes, or dust from the environment or workplace. If your breathing is restricted or laboured, you experience bouts of breathlessness, you should ask your doctor for a lung function test.
You need to be aware of the early stages of COPD and be proactive. "Short of Breath, Think COPD"
This year's theme highlights the importance of being aware of your lung health, the importance of early diagnosis, and the benefits of early interventions on your health and quality of life.
Could it be COPD? This is a simple question that you can ask yourself or your healthcare provider. The earlier COPD is detected, the better the results.
Learn more: Could it be COPD?
Also, don't forget to download: My COPD Checklist to help you with your discussion with your doctor
World COPD Day Over the Years
"Short of Breath,
Think COPD"
