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COPD Awareness Month

November is COPD Awareness Month—time to raise awareness, take action and help make a difference in the lives of the more than 11.7 million people in America living with COPD.

Join our efforts to learn more about COPD, take action to reduce the burden of COPD in your state, and recognize the early warning signs of COPD.

Here's how you can get involved:

Understand the Impact of COPD in your State

Is your state one of the 11 states with the highest burden of COPD? Learn about COPD in your state and take action to reduce the burden.

Take Action

Learn about Early Warning Signs of COPD

Millions of Americans are living with symptoms of COPD but have not been diagnosed. Encourage friends and family who may be at risk of COPD to talk with their healthcare provider. 

Watch the Early Warning Signs of COPD animation and share the Could It Be COPD? Questionnaire


Become a Better Breathers Club Facilitator

Better Breathers Clubs are virtual or in person support groups for people living with lung disease. 

Learn more about becoming a volunteer Better Breathers Club Facilitator.


Learning Opportunities

Healthcare Professionals

COPD Overview Online Module

The COPD Overview Online Module is a free, one hour on-demand course with continuing education credits. The course provides an overview of COPD diagnosis and management.
Take the Course

COPD Educator Course

COPD Educator Course is a professional education course for healthcare and public health providers. The course can be accessed through a live stream, virtual option or you can take the course on demand.
Learn more

Patient and Caregivers

Learn about COPD

Take our free online course, COPD Basics to improve your understanding of COPD and the steps to manage the disease.
Learn more

Plan for the Future

An important part of living with COPD is planning for your future. Discussing your wishes early with loved ones helps ensure you get the care you need in the future.
Start the conversation

Clean Indoor Air

Poor indoor air quality can exacerbate your COPD. Learn more about low-cost changes you can make to improve the air you breathe.
Learn More

COPD Awareness Month Activities from our Partners


Page last updated: January 24, 2024

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